Aitkin, Minnesota
Aitkin: city in and county seat of Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States
About
Aitkin is a city located in the county of Aitkin in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 856 and a population density of 144 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 877 inhabitants.
The city was created 136 years ago in 1889.
Quick Facts about Aitkin
| Population | 877 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Aitkin County |
| Postal code | 56431 |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 5.94 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.5330,-93.7103 |
| Altitude | 1,211 feet / 369 meters |
| Capital city | Aitkin is capital of Aitkin County |
| Establishment | August 19, 1889 (136 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−06:00 |
| Local time | 04:27:54 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 148 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.39% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 72℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Aitkin is located at 46°31'59"N 93°42'37"W (46.5330100, -93.7102500).
Aitkin map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 1pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 72. South wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Aitkin increased by 2.39% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 856 | - | census |
| 2011 | 888 | 3.6% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 882 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 873 | -1.03% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 873 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 875 | 0.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 871 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 875 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 882 | 0.79% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 883 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 877 | -0.68% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Aitkin
1Malmo Township Town Hall
31947 260th Ln, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
2Spencer Township Town Hall
35588 387th Ave, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
3Aitkin City Hall
109 1st Ave NW, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
Phone: +12189272527 | Website available
4Farm Island Township Town Hall
32788 416th Ave, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
5Fleming Township Town Hall
29977 430th Ln, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
6Morrison Township Town Hall
36031 405th Ln, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
7Glen/Kimberly Town Hall
32631 Dam Lake St, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
8Hazelton Town Hall
24248 US-169, Aitkin, MN 56431 View details
Phone: +12186783627
9Usda Service Center
RR 4, Aitkin, MN 56431, United States View details
Phone: +12189274800 | Website available
People born in Aitkin (5)
People born in Aitkin, including Broadway and Hollywood actor Warren William, singer-songwriter and musician Jonathan Edwards, conductor William Dehning, .
More notable people
- Dale Lueck (American politician) he was born in 30/10/1949
- Gordon W. McKay (American politician and businessman) he was born in 17/03/1910
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Aitkin, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173203 | Central Lakes College-Brainerd | Brainerd (MN) | 56401-3900 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Aitkin, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Aitkin.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Aitkin Post Office | Aitkin (MN) | 56431 |
Other cities in Aitkin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Aitkin County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hill City | 585 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Balsam | 558 | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
| Glen | 443 | Unincorporated community in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
| Malmo | 335 | Township in Minnesota, USA |
| Waukenabo | 314 | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
| Ball Bluff | 276 | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
| Wealthwood | 264 | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
| Kimberly | 198 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Palisade | 169 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| McGregor | 108 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Tamarack | 94 | City in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States |
| McGrath | 73 | Human settlement in Aitkin County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Libby | 45 | Unincorporated community in Aitkin County, Minnesota |