Richwood, Minnesota
Richwood: township in Becker County, Minnesota
About
Richwood is a township located in the county of Becker in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 662 and a population density of 18 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 704 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Richwood
| Population | 704 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Becker County |
| Postal code | 56577 |
| Area | 36 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.9747,-95.8228 |
| Altitude | 1,440 feet / 439 meters |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 11:24:14 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 20 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 5.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 56℉ Slight Chance Light Rain 7-days weather |
Geography
Richwood is located at 46°58'29"N 95°49'22"W (46.9746800, -95.8228200).
Richwood map
Weather
A slight chance of rain. Partly sunny, with a high near 56. North northwest wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Richwood increased by 5.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 662 | - | census |
| 2011 | 667 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 670 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 673 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 676 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 680 | 0.59% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 686 | 0.87% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 693 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 702 | 1.28% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 702 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 704 | 0.28% | estimation process |
People born in Richwood (1)
American football player (1885-1964) Napoleon Barrel was born in Richwood
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Richwood, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 434751 | White Earth Tribal and Community College | Mahnomen (MN) | 56557 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Richwood, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
| FAR | Fargo | 420 4th Street North | RAIL |
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Richwood.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Callaway Post Office | Callaway (MN) | 56521 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Richwood, Texas city in West Virginia, United States with a population of 4,015 people.
- Richwood, Louisiana town in Louisiana, United States with a population of 3,375 people.
- Richwood, Ohio village in Ohio, United States with a population of 2,554 people.
- Richwood, West Virginia city in West Virginia, United States with a population of 1,842 people.
- Richwood, Wisconsin civil town in Richland County, Wisconsin with a population of 518 people.
Other cities in Becker County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Becker County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Lakes | 9,255 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Lake Eunice | 1,650 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Midway | 1,416 | Unincorporated community in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Frazee | 1,381 | City in Becker County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Cormorant | 1,113 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Osage | 955 | Census-designated place in Becker County, Minnesota, United States |
| White Earth | 883 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Audubon | 575 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Lake Park | 511 | City in Becker County, Minnesota, United States |
| Pine Point | 428 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Evergreen | 363 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Ogema | 350 | City in Becker County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Callaway | 304 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Wolf Lake | 261 | City in Becker County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Two Inlets | 225 | Township in Becker County, Minnesota |
| Elbow Lake | 140 | Census-designated place in Becker and Clearwater counties, Minnesota, United States |