Garfield township, Minnesota
Garfield township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Garfield township is a geographic entity located in Polk County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 517. The land area covers 32.92 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 517 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 42 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 192 | ±33 | 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 | 207 | ±36 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 192 | ±33 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 15 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $247,300 | ±$23,697 |
| Median Gross Rent | $933 | ±$301 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,111 | ±$14,426 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,966 | ±$6,437 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | ±12% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 84 | ±73 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.3% | ±8.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 242 | ±38 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.8% | ±1% |
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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TOWNSHIP OF GARFIELD
GUS Population: 511 (2024)
ID: 107128
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
10990 423RD ST SE, FERTILE MN 56540
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COUNTY OF POLK
GUS Population: 30,413 (2024)
ID: 167375
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
612 N BROADWAY, STE 215, CROOKSTON MN 56716-1452
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Education
Listing 4 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FERTILE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FERTILE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ERSKINE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ERSKINE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 9 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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White Earth Tribal and Community College
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College | 20.9 mi away | 2250 College Road, Mahnomen, MN, 56557 |
2189350417
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FERTILE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 101 S MILL ST, FERTILE, MN, 56540 |
(218) 945-6137
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University of Minnesota-Crookston
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College | 24.4 mi away | 2900 University Ave, Crookston, MN, 56716-5001 |
8008626466
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MCINTOSH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 115 BROADWAY NW, MCINTOSH, MN, 56556 |
(218) 563-4555
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MAHNOMEN LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 203 S MAIN ST, MAHNOMEN, MN, 56557 |
(218) 935-2843
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ADA LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 107 4TH AVE E, ADA, MN, 56510 |
(218) 784-4480
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CROOKSTON LIBRARY
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Library | 23.0 mi away | 110 N ASH, CROOKSTON, MN, 56716 |
(218) 281-4522
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RED LAKE FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.3 mi away | 105 CHAMPAGNE AVENUE SW, RED LAKE FALLS, MN, 56750 |
(218) 253-2992
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FOSSTON LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 403 FOSS AVE N, FOSSTON, MN, 56542 |
(218) 435-1320
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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 MAHNOMEN, MN US, located 20.5 miles from Garfield township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.2° | -2.5° | 6.3° | 0.79" | — |
| February | 21.3° | 1.5° | 11.4° | 0.73" | — |
| March | 34.4° | 15.2° | 24.8° | 1.08" | — |
| April | 51.9° | 29.9° | 40.9° | 1.71" | — |
| May | 66.0° | 43.3° | 54.6° | 3.15" | — |
| June | 74.2° | 53.5° | 63.8° | 4.72" | — |
| July | 78.5° | 57.6° | 68.1° | 3.76" | — |
| August | 78.1° | 55.0° | 66.5° | 3.44" | — |
| September | 69.2° | 46.6° | 57.9° | 2.76" | — |
| October | 53.5° | 34.4° | 43.9° | 2.26" | — |
| November | 34.1° | 19.5° | 26.8° | 0.96" | — |
| December | 21.5° | 5.6° | 13.6° | 1.05" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fertile city | City | 2.0 mi | — |
| Mentor city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Gary city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
| Winger city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Beltrami city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Erskine city | City | 13.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2711923156. • 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.