Plato, Minnesota
Plato: city in Minnesota, United States
About
Plato is a city located in the county of McLeod in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 320 and a population density of 348 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 303 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Plato
| Population | 303 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | McLeod County |
| Postal code | 55370 |
| Area | 0.92 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.7744,-94.0400 |
| Altitude | 997 feet / 304 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 22:02:56 (4th May 2026) |
| Density | 329 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.61% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 65℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Plato is located at 44°46'28"N 94°2'24"W (44.7744100, -94.0399700).
Plato map
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Weather
Mostly sunny. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Plato decreased by 5.61% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 320 | - | census |
| 2011 | 317 | -0.95% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 313 | -1.28% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 313 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 312 | -0.32% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 312 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 309 | -0.97% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 309 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 305 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 304 | -0.33% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 303 | -0.33% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Plato, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174862 | Crown College | Saint Bonifacius (MN) | 55375-9001 |
Nearby Transit Stations (2)
Rail and bus stations connected to Plato, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP | Saint Paul Union Depot | Midway Station | RAIL |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Plato.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Pla Post Office | Plato (MN) | 55370 |
Other cities in McLeod County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in McLeod County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Lester Prairie | 1,724 | City in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Hutchinson | 1,200 | City in Minnesota |
| Winsted | 945 | Township in McLeod County, Minnesota |
| Brownton | 711 | Human settlement in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Stewart | 533 | City in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States |
| Sumter | 520 | Township in McLeod County, Minnesota |
| Silver Lake | 497 | City in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States |
| Glencoe | 477 | City in Minnesota, USA |
| Sherman | 359 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Biscay | 109 | Human settlement in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States of America |