Kettle River township, Minnesota
Kettle River township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Kettle River township is a geographic entity located in Pine County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 493. The land area covers 29.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 493 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41 yrs | ±16.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 222 | ±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 | 369 | ±76 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 222 | ±53 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 147 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $235,800 | ±$16,795 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,089 | ±$233 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,500 | ±$28,927 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,692 | ±$5,584 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 18 | ±11 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.9% | ±6.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 232 | ±94 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.1% | ±13.2% |
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 KETTLE RIVER
GUS Population: 493 (2024)
ID: 168267
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
77700 NIKKO RD, WILLOW RIVER MN 55795
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GUS Population: 30,319 (2024)
ID: 128642
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
635 NORTHRIDGE DR NW, STE 220, PINE CITY MN 55063-5984
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | BARNUM, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | BARNUM, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | FINLAYSON, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | MOOSE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | MOOSE LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | MOOSE LAKE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 3 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
SANDSTONE COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 106 MAIN STREET, SANDSTONE, MN, 55072 |
(320) 245-2270
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MOOSE LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 313 ELM AVENUE, MOOSE LAKE, MN, 55767 |
(218) 485-4424
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HINCKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 106 1ST SE, HINCKLEY, MN, 55037 |
(320) 384-6351
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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 MOOSE LAKE 1 SSE, MN US, located 11.3 miles from Kettle River township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.8° | 0.7° | 10.3° | 0.79" | — |
| February | 25.3° | 4.3° | 14.8° | 0.92" | — |
| March | 37.7° | 17.4° | 27.5° | 1.39" | — |
| April | 52.1° | 29.9° | 41.0° | 2.57" | — |
| May | 65.7° | 41.0° | 53.3° | 3.42" | — |
| June | 75.1° | 50.7° | 62.9° | 4.75" | — |
| July | 80.2° | 57.3° | 68.8° | 4.80" | — |
| August | 78.0° | 56.2° | 67.1° | 3.73" | — |
| September | 68.9° | 48.2° | 58.6° | 3.18" | — |
| October | 54.1° | 35.8° | 45.0° | 3.10" | — |
| November | 38.0° | 22.8° | 30.4° | 1.68" | — |
| December | 24.7° | 8.9° | 16.8° | 1.17" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutledge city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Willow River city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Denham city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Finlayson city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Sturgeon Lake city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
| Askov city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2711532984. • 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.