Fosston, Minnesota
Fosston: city in Polk County, Minnesota, United States.
About
Fosston is a city located in the county of Polk in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,527 and a population density of 282 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,442 inhabitants.
The city was created 137 years ago in 1888.
Quick Facts about Fosston
| Population | 1,442 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Polk County |
| Postal code | 56542 |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 5.42 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.5764,-95.7514 |
| Altitude | 1,293 feet / 394 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1889 (137 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 21:21:23 (15th September 2026) |
| Density | 266 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.57% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Fosston is located at 47°34'35"N 95°45'5"W (47.5763500, -95.7514100).
Fosston map
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Weather
Mostly cloudy. Low around 50, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. West southwest wind around 23 mph, with gusts as high as 38 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Fosston decreased by 5.57% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,527 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,524 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,517 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,515 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,505 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,496 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,501 | 0.33% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,488 | -0.87% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,471 | -1.14% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,464 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,442 | -1.5% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Fosston
1Fosston City Town Hall
220 1st St E, Fosston, MN 56542 View details
Phone: +12184351959 | Website available
People born in Fosston (5)
People born in Fosston, including conductor Bruce Ferden, comedian Lily Hanson, Shirley Winsley, .
More notable people
- Edgar Olson (American politician) he was born in 19/10/1937
- Arthur O. Peterson (American poet) he was born in 23/07/1896
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Fosston, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434751 | White Earth Tribal and Community College | Mahnomen (MN) | 56557 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Fosston, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
| GFK | Grand Forks | 5555 DeMers Avenue | RAIL |
| FAR | Fargo | 420 4th Street North | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Fosston.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Fosston Post Office | Fosston (MN) | 56542 |
Other cities in Polk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Polk County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| East Grand Forks | 8,401 | City in Polk County, Minnesota, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Fosston distances to largest Minnesota cities