Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Grand Rapids: city in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States
About
Grand Rapids is a city located in the county of Itasca in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 10,869 and a population density of 172 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 11,219 inhabitants.
The city was created 154 years ago in 1871.
Quick Facts about Grand Rapids
| Population | 11,219 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Itasca County |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 63.36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.2372,-93.5302 |
| Altitude | 1,286 feet / 392 meters |
| Capital city | Grand Rapids is capital of Itasca County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1872 (154 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 05:58:10 (23rd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 55744 |
| Density | 177 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.12% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 70℉ Light Rain Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Grand Rapids is located at 47°14'14"N 93°31'49"W (47.2371700, -93.5302100).
Grand Rapids map
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Weather
Rain likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 70. South wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Grand Rapids
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Grand Rapids increased by 3.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,869 | - | census |
| 2011 | 10,886 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 10,885 | -0.01% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 10,931 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 11,016 | 0.77% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 11,059 | 0.39% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 11,158 | 0.89% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 11,229 | 0.63% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 11,207 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 11,214 | 0.06% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 11,219 | 0.04% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Grand Rapids
1Harris Town Hall
21998 Airport Rd, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 View details
Phone: +12183269392 | Website available
2Grand Rapids City Hall
420 N Pokegama Ave, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 View details
Phone: +12183267600 | Website available
3Wabana Town Hall
36463 Hunter Dr, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 View details
Phone: +12183264575 | Website available
4Arbo Town Hall
33292 Arbo Hall Rd, Grand Rapids, MN 55744 View details
Phone: +12183266970
People born in Grand Rapids (35)
People born in Grand Rapids, including ice hockey player Bill Baker, politician Rick Hill, ice hockey player Buzz Schneider, .
More notable people
- Alex Goligoski (American ice hockey player) he was born in 30/07/1985
- Steve Wagner (American ice hockey player) he was born in 06/03/1984
- Jeff Nielsen (American ice hockey player) he was born in 20/09/1971
- Mark Johnson (American biathlete) he was born in 07/06/1987
- Chris Marinucci (American ice hockey player) he was born in 29/12/1971
- Joe Stejskal (American ice hockey defenceman) he was born in 30/04/1988
- Lois Hall (American actress (1926-2006)) she was born in 22/08/1926
- Patrick White (American ice hockey player) he was born in 20/01/1989
- Allan Clark (American football running back) he was born in 08/06/1957
- Ben Grussendorf (American educator and politician) he was born in 23/02/1942
- Chet Anderson (American football player (1945-2007)) he was born in 14/03/1945
- Dick Pesonen (American football player) he was born in 10/06/1938
- Don Lucia (American ice hockey player) he was born in 20/08/1958
- Dusty Rychart (Australian/American basketball player) he was born in 11/08/1978
- Frank Billock (Player of American football (1912-1964)) he was born in 20/05/1912
- Granville Van Dusen (American actor) he was born in 16/03/1944
- Janelle Pierzina (American reality show personality (born 1980)) she was born in 10/01/1980
- John Brill (Canadian ice hockey centre, Pittsburgh Penguins owner) he was born in 03/12/1970
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Grand Rapids, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173805 | Itasca Community College | Grand Rapids (MN) | 55744-3397 |
| 173735 | Hibbing Community College | Hibbing (MN) | 55746 |
Nearby Transit Stations (1)
Rail and bus stations connected to Grand Rapids, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUL | Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota | 4426 Grand Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Grand Rapids.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapid Post Office | Grand Rapids (MN) | 55744 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Grand Rapids, Michigan The second most populous city in Michigan. with a population of 200,031 people.
- Grand Rapids, Ohio town in Wood County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,006 people.
- Grand Rapids, North Dakota city in North Dakota, United States of America with a population of 85 people.
Other cities in Itasca County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Itasca County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Cohasset | 2,739 | Human settlement in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Coleraine | 1,972 | City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Keewatin | 1,010 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Nashwauk | 951 | Township in Itasca County, Minnesota |
| Blackberry | 884 | Unincorporated community in Itasca County, Minnesota |
| Bovey | 784 | Human settlement in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Swan River | 761 | Unincorporated community in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States |
| Deer River | 706 | Township in Itasca County, Minnesota |
| Canisteo | 683 | Township in Dodge County, Minnesota |
| La Prairie | 661 | City in Itasca County, Minnesota, United States |
| Taconite | 629 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Marcell | 467 | Unincorporated community in Minnesota, USA |
| Goodland | 466 | Township in Itasca County, Minnesota |
| Pomroy | 426 | Township in Itasca County, Minnesota |
| Calumet | 351 | City in Minnesota |
| Bigfork | 305 | Township in Itasca County, Minnesota |
Distance to Other Cities
Grand Rapids distances to largest Minnesota cities