Ponto Lake township, Minnesota
Ponto Lake township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ponto Lake township is a geographic entity located in Cass County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 614. The land area covers 29.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 614 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs | ±10 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 282 | ±51 | 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 | 902 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 282 | ±51 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 620 | ±79 |
| Median Home Value | $359,500 | ±$47,707 |
| 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 | $79,318 | ±$10,618 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,711 | ±$5,487 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 60 | ±39 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.8% | ±5.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 237 | ±46 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.3% | ±5.5% |
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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GUS Population: 615 (2024)
ID: 128841
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIR, TOWN BOARD
1897 E PONTO LAKE RD NW, BACKUS MN 56435-2449
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GUS Population: 31,442 (2024)
ID: 208442
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CASS COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER
PO BOX 3000, 303 MINNESOTA AVE, WALKER MN 56484-2270
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Education
Listing 8 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-06 | PINE RIVER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | PINE RIVER, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | PINE RIVER, MN | |
| 4 Nearby | 2-17 | BACKUS, MN | |
| 5 Nearby | 3-13 | WALKER, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 5 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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BOOKMOBILE - KITCHIGAMI REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 310 2ND ST, PINE RIVER, MN, 56474 |
(218) 587-2171
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PINE RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 212 PARK AVENUE, PINE RIVER, MN, 56474 |
(218) 587-4639
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LONGVILLE: MARGARET WELCH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 5051 HIGHWAY 84 NORTH, LONGVILLE, MN, 56655 |
(218) 363-2710
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CITY OF EMILY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 39811 STATE HIGHWAY 6, EMILY, MN, 56447 |
(218) 763-2480
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WALKER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.7 mi away | 203 TOWER AVE W, WALKER, MN, 56484 |
(218) 547-1019
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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 16.3 miles from Ponto Lake 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickamaw Beach city | City | 6.8 mi | — |
| Backus city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Pine River city | City | 8.5 mi | — |
| Hackensack city | City | 10.0 mi | — |
| Longville city | City | 11.9 mi | — |
| Manhattan Beach city | City | 12.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2702151928. • 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.