North Ottawa township, Minnesota
North Ottawa township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
North Ottawa township is a geographic entity located in Grant County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 46. The land area covers 35.92 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 46 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.5 yrs | ±14.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 16 | ±7 | 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 | 20 | ±8 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 16 | ±7 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4 | ±6 |
| Median Home Value | $216,700 | ±$72,842 |
| 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 | $113,750 | ±$34,648 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,269 | ±$11,513 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±6.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2 | ±3 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±41.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 24 | ±12 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 62.5% | ±25.7% |
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 NORTH OTTAWA
GUS Population: 48 (2024)
ID: 107017
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SUPERVISOR CHAIRMAN
25651 290TH AVE, WENDELL MN 56590-9714
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GUS Population: 6,109 (2024)
ID: 201992
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
10 2ND ST NE, ELBOW LAKE MN 56531-4400
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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 | CAMPBELL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | CAMPBELL, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | HERMAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | HERMAN, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WHEATON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | BARRETT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ELBOW LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BARRETT, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | BARRETT, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | WHEATON, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Minnesota State Community and Technical College
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College | 22.1 mi away | 1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN, 56537-1000 |
2187361500
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ELBOW LAKE: THORSON MEM LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 117 CENTRAL AVENUE, ELBOW LAKE, MN, 56531 |
(218) 685-6850
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WHEATON COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 901 1ST AVENUE N, WHEATON, MN, 56296 |
(320) 563-8487
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FERGUS FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.7 mi away | 205 EAST HAMPDEN AVE, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 739-9387
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VIKING LIBRARY SYSTEM BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 1915 FIR AVENUE WEST, FERGUS FALLS, MN, 56537 |
(218) 793-5286
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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 WHEATON, MN US, located 18.6 miles from North Ottawa township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.1° | 2.7° | 11.4° | 0.78" | 8.0" |
| February | 24.9° | 6.0° | 15.5° | 0.71" | 9.0" |
| March | 38.2° | 19.7° | 28.9° | 1.18" | 7.1" |
| April | 54.5° | 33.2° | 43.9° | 2.30" | 5.3" |
| May | 68.5° | 46.9° | 57.7° | 2.80" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.2° | 58.6° | 68.4° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.4° | 62.4° | 72.4° | 3.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.6° | 59.7° | 70.1° | 2.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 72.9° | 50.2° | 61.5° | 2.90" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.7° | 36.7° | 47.2° | 2.27" | 1.0" |
| November | 40.5° | 22.8° | 31.6° | 1.08" | 3.9" |
| December | 25.6° | 9.9° | 17.7° | 0.82" | 8.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tintah city | City | 6.0 mi | — |
| Wendell city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Nashua city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Norcross city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Elbow Lake city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Herman city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2705147140. • 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.