Watson, Minnesota
Watson: human settlement in Chippewa County, Minnesota, United States of America
About
Watson is a city located in the county of Chippewa in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 205 and a population density of 466 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 192 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Watson
| Population | 192 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Chippewa County |
| Postal code | 56295 |
| Area | 0.44 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.0097,-95.8014 |
| Altitude | 1,030 feet / 314 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:52:13 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 437 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -6.77% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 87℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Watson is located at 45°0'35"N 95°48'5"W (45.0096800, -95.8014200).
Watson map
Weather
Sunny, with a high near 87. South southeast wind 10 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Watson decreased by 6.77% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 205 | - | census |
| 2011 | 201 | -1.99% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 198 | -1.52% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 195 | -1.54% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 195 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 195 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 192 | -1.56% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 191 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 190 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 189 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 192 | 1.56% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Watson, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173638 | Minnesota West Community and Technical College | Granite Falls (MN) | 56241 |
Closest post offices linked to Watson.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Watson Post Office | Watson (MN) | 56295 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Watson, Michigan township in Allegan County, Michigan with a population of 2,203 people.
- Watson, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 1,780 people.
- Watson, Illinois village in Illinois, USA with a population of 732 people.
- Watson, Arkansas city in Arkansas, USA with a population of 176 people.
- Watson, Missouri human settlement in Atchison County, Missouri, United States of America with a population of 89 people.
Other cities in Chippewa County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chippewa County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Montevideo | 5,027 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Clara City | 1,276 | City in Chippewa County, Minnesota, United States |
| Milan | 353 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Maynard | 344 | City in Minnesota |
| Louriston | 158 | Township in Chippewa County, Minnesota |