Battle Lake, Minnesota
Battle Lake: city in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States
About
Battle Lake is a city located in the county of Otter Tail in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 875 and a population density of 230 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 929 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Battle Lake
| Population | 929 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Postal code | 56515 |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 3.81 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.2805,-95.7137 |
| Altitude | 1,358 feet / 414 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 08:11:05 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 244 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.81% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 58℉ Chance Light Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Battle Lake is located at 46°16'50"N 95°42'49"W (46.2805200, -95.7136600).
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Weather
A chance of rain. Partly sunny, with a high near 58. North northwest wind around 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Battle Lake increased by 5.81% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 875 | - | census |
| 2011 | 874 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 874 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 876 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 875 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 875 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 883 | 0.91% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 916 | 3.6% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 930 | 1.51% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 929 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 929 | 0% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Battle Lake, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173559 | Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Fergus Falls (MN) | 56537-1000 |
| 172918 | Alexandria Technical & Community College | Alexandria (MN) | 56308 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Battle Lake, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
| FAR | Fargo | 420 4th Street North | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Battle Lake.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Battle Lak Post Office | Battle Lake (MN) | 56515 |
| Clitherall Post Office | Clitherall (MN) | 56524 |
| Underwood Post Office | Underwood (MN) | 56586 |
| Vining Post Office | Vining (MN) | 56588 |
| Dalton Post Office | Dalton (MN) | 56324 |
Other cities in Otter Tail County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Otter Tail County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pelican Rapids | 2,634 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |
| New York Mills | 1,220 | Human settlement in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Perham | 897 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Elizabeth | 821 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |
| Fergus Falls | 788 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |
| Ottertail | 660 | Human settlement in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Maine | 654 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
| French | 575 | Township in St. |
| Amor | 491 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
| Bluffton | 477 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
| Clitherall | 469 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
| Henning | 374 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |
| Vergas | 354 | Human settlement in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Parkers Prairie | 349 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |
| Deer Creek | 340 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Norwegian Grove | 299 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |