Jenkins township, Minnesota
Jenkins township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jenkins township is a geographic entity located in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 420. The land area covers 11.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 420 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.2 yrs | ±11 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 243 | ±63 | 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 | 434 | ±75 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 243 | ±63 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 191 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $383,700 | ±$49,318 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $105,625 | ±$37,989 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,277 | ±$5,824 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32 | ±17 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 252 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±5.8% |
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 JENKINS
GUS Population: 418 (2024)
ID: 106993
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 523, 36233 CR 15, PEQUOT LAKES MN 56472-2592
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GUS Population: 68,642 (2024)
ID: 167355
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
326 LAUREL STREET, SUITE 13, BRAINERD MN 56401-3585
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | CROSSLAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | CROSSLAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | CROSSLAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | BREEZY POINT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | NISSWA, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | PEQUOT LAKES, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | PEQUOT LAKES, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PINE RIVER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PINE RIVER, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | PINE RIVER, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 7 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Central Lakes College-Brainerd
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College | 23.8 mi away | 501 West College Drive, Brainerd, MN, 56401-3900 |
2188558000
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PINE RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 212 PARK AVENUE, PINE RIVER, MN, 56474 |
(218) 587-4639
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BOOKMOBILE - KITCHIGAMI REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 310 2ND ST, PINE RIVER, MN, 56474 |
(218) 587-2171
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CITY OF EMILY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.5 mi away | 39811 STATE HIGHWAY 6, EMILY, MN, 56447 |
(218) 763-2480
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LONGVILLE: MARGARET WELCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 5051 HIGHWAY 84 NORTH, LONGVILLE, MN, 56655 |
(218) 363-2710
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CROSBY: JESSIE F. HALLETT MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 101 1ST STREET SE, CROSBY, MN, 56441 |
(218) 546-8005
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BRAINERD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.4 mi away | 416 S 5TH STREET, BRAINERD, MN, 56401 |
(218) 829-5574
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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 PINE RVR DAM, MN US, located 10.1 miles from Jenkins township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.9° | -0.8° | 9.1° | 0.77" | 7.3" |
| February | 24.8° | 3.0° | 13.9° | 0.73" | 8.0" |
| March | 37.9° | 16.4° | 27.2° | 1.37" | 5.9" |
| April | 51.9° | 29.8° | 40.9° | 2.10" | 3.0" |
| May | 65.5° | 43.6° | 54.5° | 3.66" | 0.1" |
| June | 75.1° | 54.4° | 64.8° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.7° | 59.7° | 69.7° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| August | 77.8° | 57.3° | 67.5° | 3.17" | 0.0" |
| September | 69.2° | 48.1° | 58.7° | 2.84" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.3° | 35.7° | 45.0° | 2.88" | 1.0" |
| November | 37.9° | 21.9° | 29.9° | 1.43" | 4.1" |
| December | 24.2° | 8.1° | 16.2° | 1.02" | 9.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenkins city | City | 2.2 mi | — |
| Pine River city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Chickamaw Beach city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Pequot Lakes city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Breezy Point city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| Manhattan Beach city | City | 9.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2703531850. • 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.