Bemidji, Minnesota
Bemidji: city in and county seat of Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States
About
Bemidji is a city located in the county of Beltrami in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,134 and a population density of 78 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 4,368 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Bemidji
| Population | 4,368 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Beltrami County |
| Postal code | 56601 |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 40.32 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.4736,-94.8803 |
| Altitude | 1,365 feet / 416 meters |
| Capital city | Bemidji is capital of Beltrami County |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:00:38 (14th April 2026) |
| Density | 108 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 28.25% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 51℉ Chance Light Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Bemidji is located at 47°28'25"N 94°52'49"W (47.4735600, -94.8802800).
Bemidji map
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Weather
A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 51. East northeast wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Bemidji increased by 28.25% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1900 | 2,183 | - | census |
| 1910 | 5,099 | 57.19% | census |
| 2010 | 3,134 | -62.7% | census |
| 2011 | 3,082 | -1.69% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,092 | 0.32% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,245 | 4.71% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,382 | 4.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,483 | 2.9% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,632 | 4.1% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,800 | 4.42% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,989 | 4.74% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 4,165 | 4.23% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 4,368 | 4.65% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Bemidji
1Bemidji City Hall
317 4th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12187593560 | Website available
2Frohn Town Hall
8769 Roosevelt Rd SE, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12187515500 | Website available
3Northern Township
445 Town Hall Rd NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12187514989 | Website available
4Bemidji City Building Inspector
317 4th St NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12187593573 | Website available
5Port Hope Township Hall
10790 Turtle River Lake Rd NE, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12185863324
6Turtle Lake Town Hall
19143 Lake Julia Dr NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12182432199 | Website available
7GRANT VALLEY TOWN HALL
5408 Boot Lake Rd SW, Bemidji, MN 56601 View details
Phone: +12187510678 | Website available
People born in Bemidji (36)
People born in Bemidji, including actress and model Jane Russell, curler Cassandra Potter, ice hockey player Aaron Ness, .
More notable people
- Natalie Nicholson (American curler) she was born in 10/03/1976
- Joe Motzko (American ice hockey player) he was born in 14/03/1980
- Bill Strum (American male curler) he was born in 16/04/1938
- Pete Fenson (American male curler and coach) he was born in 29/02/1968
- Dave Casper (Retired American football player) he was born in 02/02/1952
- Jamie Haskell (American curler) she was born in 18/07/1980
- Kari Erickson (American curler) she was born in 18/12/1971
- Scott Baird (curler) he was born in 07/05/1951
- Matthew de Marchi (Italian ice hockey player) he was born in 04/05/1981
- Stacey Liapis (American curler) she was born in 19/08/1974
- Brian Paulson (American record producer)
- George Pelawa (American multi-sport athlete) he was born in 22/02/1968
- Bryan Hickerson (American baseball player) he was born in 13/10/1963
- David Tomassoni (American politician and ice hockey player) he was born in 05/12/1952
- Earl Grinols (American economist) he was born in 01/01/1951
- Eric Fenson (American male curler) he was born in 06/05/1971
- Kerry Taylor (former American baseball player) he was born in 25/01/1971
- Mike Falls (American football player) he was born in 03/03/1934
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bemidji, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173124 | Bemidji State University | Bemidji (MN) | 56601 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bemidji, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bemidji.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Bemidj Post Office | Bemidji (MN) | 56601 |
Other cities in Beltrami County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Beltrami County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Solway | 1,955 | Human settlement in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Red Lake | 1,731 | Census-designated place in Minnesota, United States |
| Redby | 1,334 | City in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Turtle River | 1,137 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
| Blackduck | 833 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Hines | 679 | Human settlement in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Otto | 552 | Township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota |
| Wilton | 369 | City in Minnesota |
| Nebish | 285 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
| Island Lake | 238 | Unincorporated community in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States |
| Langor | 213 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
| Little Rock | 207 | Census-designated place in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States |
| Tenstrike | 204 | Human settlement in Beltrami County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Shooks | 177 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
| Kelliher | 129 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
| Waskish | 117 | Township in Beltrami County, Minnesota |
Distance to Other Cities
Bemidji distances to largest Minnesota cities