Kerkhoven township, Minnesota
Kerkhoven township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kerkhoven township is a geographic entity located in Swift County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 232. The land area covers 35.13 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 232 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs | ±14.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 65 | ±18 | 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 | 73 | ±19 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 65 | ±18 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 8 | ±7 |
| Median Home Value | $304,800 | ±$65,847 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,292 | ±$838 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,750 | ±$17,253 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,297 | ±$7,313 |
| Poverty Rate | 0.7% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1 | ±2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 81 | ±25 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 73.8% | ±10.7% |
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 KERKHOVEN
GUS Population: 225 (2024)
ID: 168464
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
245 140TH AVE NE, MURDOCK MN 56271-7951
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GUS Population: 9,666 (2024)
ID: 167380
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: SWIFT COUNTY AUDITOR
PO BOX 207, BENSON MN 56215
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Education
Listing 9 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BROOTEN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | KERKHOVEN, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | KERKHOVEN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MURDOCK, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | WILLMAR, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Ridgewater College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 2101 15th Ave NW, Willmar, MN, 56201 |
8007221151
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KERKHOVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.3 mi away | 208 N. 10TH STREET, KERKHOVEN, MN, 56252 |
(320) 264-2141
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BENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 200 13TH STREET NORTH, BENSON, MN, 56215 |
(320) 842-7981
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BELGRADE: MYRTLE MABEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 324 WASHBURN AVENUE, BELGRADE, MN, 56312 |
(320) 254-8842
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NEW LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 22 CENTRAL AVE E, NEW LONDON, MN, 56273 |
(320) 354-2943
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GLENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 108 SE FIRST AV, GLENWOOD, MN, 56334 |
(320) 634-3375
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SPICER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.3 mi away | 198 MANITOBA, SPICER, MN, 56288 |
(320) 796-5560
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WILLMAR PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 410 5TH STREET SW, WILLMAR, MN, 56201 |
(320) 235-3162
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RAYMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.7 mi away | 208 SPICER AVENUE, RAYMOND, MN, 56282 |
(320) 967-4411
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HANCOCK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 25.0 mi away | 662 6TH STREET, HANCOCK, MN, 56244 |
(320) 392-5666
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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 BENSON, MN US, located 15.2 miles from Kerkhoven township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.2° | 0.8° | 11.0° | 0.74" | 8.3" |
| February | 26.0° | 4.8° | 15.4° | 0.81" | 8.5" |
| March | 39.1° | 18.4° | 28.7° | 1.50" | 7.1" |
| April | 55.7° | 32.5° | 44.1° | 2.59" | 4.2" |
| May | 69.4° | 45.9° | 57.6° | 3.34" | 0.1" |
| June | 79.3° | 57.0° | 68.1° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.3° | 61.0° | 72.2° | 4.00" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.9° | 58.5° | 69.7° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.8° | 49.4° | 61.6° | 2.75" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.5° | 35.2° | 46.8° | 2.45" | 0.3" |
| November | 40.8° | 21.5° | 31.2° | 1.24" | 5.7" |
| December | 26.5° | 8.3° | 17.4° | 0.82" | 8.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunburg city | City | 3.9 mi | — |
| De Graff city | City | 10.7 mi | — |
| Murdock city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Kerkhoven city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Brooten city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Benson city | City | 14.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2715132894. • 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.