Bancroft, Minnesota
Bancroft: township in Freeborn County, Minnesota
About
Bancroft is a township located in the county of Freeborn in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 976 and a population density of 29 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 811 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Bancroft
| Population | 811 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Freeborn County |
| Area | 33.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.7016,-93.3552 |
| Altitude | 1,243 feet / 379 meters |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 16:57:22 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 24 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -20.35% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 80℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Bancroft is located at 43°42'6"N 93°21'19"W (43.7016200, -93.3552100).
Bancroft map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 80. South southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bancroft decreased by 20.35% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 976 | - | census |
| 2011 | 845 | -15.5% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 843 | -0.24% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 839 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 834 | -0.6% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 831 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 823 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 829 | 0.72% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 825 | -0.48% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 820 | -0.61% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 811 | -1.11% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bancroft, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173063 | Riverland Community College | Austin (MN) | 55912-1473 |
| 154518 | Waldorf University | Forest City (IA) | 50436-1713 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bancroft, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| RDW | Red Wing station | 420 Levee Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bancroft.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Albert Lea Post Office | Albert Lea (MN) | 56007 |
Other places with the same name (8)
- Bancroft, Iowa human settlement in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States of America with a population of 684 people.
- Bancroft, West Virginia town in West Virginia, United States with a population of 596 people.
- Bancroft, Kentucky human settlement in Jefferson County, Kentucky, United States of America with a population of 511 people.
- Bancroft, Michigan village in Michigan, United States with a population of 494 people.
- Bancroft, Nebraska village in Nebraska with a population of 470 people.
- Bancroft, Idaho city in Caribou County, Idaho, United States with a population of 394 people.
- Bancroft, Maine town of the United States with a population of 65 people.
- Bancroft, South Dakota town in South Dakota, United States of America with a population of 19 people.
Other cities in Freeborn County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Freeborn County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Lakes | 837 | Human settlement in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Clarks Grove | 694 | City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States |
| Glenville | 624 | City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States |
| Albert Lea | 547 | City in Minnesota |
| Moscow | 520 | Unincorporated community in Freeborn County, Minnesota |
| Bath | 421 | Township in Freeborn County, Minnesota |
| Manchester | 417 | City in Minnesota |
| Geneva | 409 | City in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States |
| Emmons | 380 | Human settlement in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Hayward | 371 | City in Minnesota |
| London | 307 | Human settlement in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Oakland | 299 | Unincorporated community in Freeborn County, Minnesota |
| Hollandale | 298 | Human settlement in Freeborn County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Freeborn | 272 | Township in Freeborn County, Minnesota |
| Hartland | 247 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Mansfield | 228 | Human settlement in United States of America |