Foreston city, Minnesota
Foreston city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Foreston city is a geographic entity located in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 581. The land area covers 1.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 581 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 270 | ±53 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 275 | ±53 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 270 | ±53 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5 | ±8 |
| Median Home Value | $253,600 | ±$22,536 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,278 | ±$133 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,000 | ±$31,732 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,610 | ±$6,166 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 53 | ±47 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 442 | ±109 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.2% | ±6.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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CITY OF FORESTON
GUS Population: 579 (2024)
ID: 138616
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: FORESTON CITY CLERK
PO BOX 66, FORESTON MN 56330-0066
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GUS Population: 27,577 (2024)
ID: 167370
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PERSONNEL DIRECTOR
635 2ND ST SE, MILACA MN 56353-1305
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | FOLEY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | FOLEY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | FOLEY, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | FOLEY, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | OGILVIE, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | PRINCETON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | MILACA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MILACA, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 8 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Saint Cloud State University
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College | 24.6 mi away | 720 Fourth Ave. South, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301-4498 |
3203080121
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MILACA COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 235 1ST STREET EAST, MILACA, MN, 56353 |
(320) 983-3677
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Model College of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 24.7 mi away | 201 Eighth Ave S, Saint Cloud, MN, 56301-4332 |
3202534222101
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FOLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 251 NORTH 4TH AVENUE, FOLEY, MN, 56329 |
(320) 968-6612
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St Cloud Technical and Community College
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College | 24.8 mi away | 1540 Northway Drive, Saint Cloud, MN, 56303-1240 |
3203085000
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PRINCETON AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 100 S. 4TH AVENUE, PRINCETON, MN, 55371 |
(763) 389-3753
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MORA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 200 W. MAPLE, MORA, MN, 55051 |
(320) 679-2642
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BECKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.8 mi away | 11500 SHERBURNE AVENUE, BECKER, MN, 55308 |
(763) 261-4454
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MILACA, MN US, located 2.9 miles from Foreston city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.4° | 0.5° | 10.5° | 0.77" | 7.4" |
| February | 26.0° | 3.7° | 14.8° | 0.85" | 11.1" |
| March | 38.4° | 16.7° | 27.6° | 1.43" | 8.4" |
| April | 53.2° | 30.3° | 41.8° | 2.74" | 4.4" |
| May | 66.4° | 42.9° | 54.6° | 3.82" | 0.1" |
| June | 75.6° | 53.8° | 64.7° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.1° | 58.6° | 69.4° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.0° | 55.8° | 66.9° | 3.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 70.4° | 46.4° | 58.4° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| October | 55.9° | 34.0° | 45.0° | 2.82" | 0.8" |
| November | 39.1° | 21.0° | 30.1° | 1.41" | 6.5" |
| December | 26.0° | 9.0° | 17.5° | 1.11" | 10.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foreston city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Pease city | City | 3.4 mi | — |
| Milaca city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Ronneby CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Bock city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Foley city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2709521824. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.