Rolling Forks township, Minnesota
Rolling Forks township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Rolling Forks township is a geographic entity located in Pope County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 120. The land area covers 34.66 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 120 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 60.6 yrs | ±14.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 60 | ±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 | 63 | ±18 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 60 | ±18 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3 | ±5 |
| Median Home Value | $330,000 | ±$28,713 |
| 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 | $98,750 | ±$28,114 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,842 | ±$7,271 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12 | ±8 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±13.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 76 | ±31 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±11.3% |
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 ROLLING FORKS
GUS Population: 119 (2024)
ID: 168314
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CLERK
23039 310TH ST, GLENWOOD MN 56334-9443
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GUS Population: 11,495 (2024)
ID: 128643
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HR MANAGER
130 MINNESOTA AVE E, STE 210, GLENWOOD MN 56334-1636
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Education
Listing 10 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 | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | STARBUCK, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | BENSON, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GLENWOOD, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | GLENWOOD, 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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University of Minnesota-Morris
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College | 24.2 mi away | 309 Behmler Hall, Morris, MN, 56267 |
3205896035
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BENSON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 200 13TH STREET NORTH, BENSON, MN, 56215 |
(320) 842-7981
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GLENWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 108 SE FIRST AV, GLENWOOD, MN, 56334 |
(320) 634-3375
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HANCOCK COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 662 6TH STREET, HANCOCK, MN, 56244 |
(320) 392-5666
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KERKHOVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 208 N. 10TH STREET, KERKHOVEN, MN, 56252 |
(320) 264-2141
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BELGRADE: MYRTLE MABEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 324 WASHBURN AVENUE, BELGRADE, MN, 56312 |
(320) 254-8842
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MORRIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 24.8 mi away | 102 E 6TH STREET, MORRIS, MN, 56267 |
(320) 589-1634
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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 13.4 miles from Rolling Forks 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbuck city | City | 11.4 mi | — |
| Sedan city | City | 12.1 mi | — |
| Sunburg city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Long Beach city | City | 12.9 mi | — |
| Benson city | City | 13.1 mi | — |
| Clontarf city | City | 13.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2712155240. • 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.