Mountain Iron, Minnesota
Mountain Iron: city in St.
About
Mountain Iron is a city located in the county of Saint Louis in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,869 and a population density of 16 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,816 inhabitants.
The city was created 134 years ago in 1891.
Quick Facts about Mountain Iron
| Population | 2,816 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Saint Louis County |
| Postal code | 55768 |
| Phone Area Codes | 218 |
| Area | 184.69 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 47.5324,-92.6235 |
| Altitude | 1,486 feet / 453 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1892 (134 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 04:16:29 (17th April 2026) |
| Density | 15 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.88% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Light Rain Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Mountain Iron is located at 47°31'57"N 92°37'25"W (47.5324300, -92.6235100).
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Weather
A chance of rain between 7am and 1pm, then rain likely and a slight chance of thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. South wind around 10...
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Mountain Iron decreased by 1.88% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,869 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,863 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,866 | 0.1% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,873 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,875 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,866 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,860 | -0.21% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,855 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,843 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,834 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,816 | -0.64% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Mountain Iron, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173993 | Mesabi Range College | Virginia (MN) | 55792 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Mountain Iron, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DUU | Duluth (University of Minnesota), Minnesota | 175 Kirby Student Union | BUS |
| DUL | Duluth (Greyhound Station), Minnesota | 4426 Grand Ave. | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Mountain Iron.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain Iron Post Office | Mountain Iron (MN) | 55768 |
Other cities in Saint Louis County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Saint Louis County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hibbing | 15,716 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Hermantown | 9,504 | City in St. |
| Virginia | 8,299 | City in St. |
| Chisholm | 4,803 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Grant | 4,107 | City in Washington County, Minnesota |
| Eveleth | 3,536 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Ely | 3,325 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Proctor | 3,006 | City in St. |
| Grand Lake | 2,790 | Township in St. |
| Lakewood | 2,271 | Urban township in St. |
| Duluth | 2,121 | City in Minnesota, United States; county seat of St. |
| Hoyt Lakes | 1,927 | City in St. |
| Gilbert | 1,761 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
| Babbitt | 1,471 | City in St. |
| Fredenberg | 1,339 | Township in St. |
| Buhl | 969 | City in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Mountain Iron distances to largest Minnesota cities