Wadena, Minnesota
Wadena: City in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States of America
About
Wadena is a city located in the county of Wadena in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 868 and a population density of 62 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 875 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Wadena
| Population : | 875 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Wadena County |
| Postal code : | 56482 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 218 |
| Area : | 14.07 km2 |
| Altitude : | 1,352 feet / 412 meters |
| Capital city : | Wadena is capital of Wadena County |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 04:39:02 (5th December 2025) |
| Density : | 62 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 0.8% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Wadena is located at 46°26'33"N 95°8'10"W (46.4424600, -95.1361400).
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- Official Website
Official website of Wadena
Demographics
The population of Wadena increased by 0.8% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 868 | - | census |
| 2011 | 863 | -0.58% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 863 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 860 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 856 | -0.47% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 859 | 0.35% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 853 | -0.7% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 860 | 0.81% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 869 | 1.04% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 862 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 875 | 1.49% | estimation process |
Other Places in Wadena
1 Leaf River Town Hall
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People born in Wadena (7)
People born in Wadena, including businessman Forrest Mars, United States Navy veteran and football linebacker John Campbell, athletic competitor Pat Porter, .
List
- Robert F. Yonash (American businessman) he was born in 07/02/1919
- Jim Christopherson (American football player and coach) he was born in 17/02/1938
- Jeff Graba (American sportsperson) he was born in 26/12/1968
- Michael J. Pikal he was born in 17/08/1939
Stations (2)
Amtrak & bus stations near Wadena, MN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPL | Staples | First & Fourth Aves | RAIL |
| DLK | Detroit Lakes | 116 Pioneer Street | RAIL |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Wadena , Iowa City in Fayette County, Iowa, United States with a population of 235 people.
Other cities in Wadena County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Wadena County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Menahga | 1,307 | City in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Sebeka | 668 | City in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Verndale | 576 | City in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Aldrich | 424 | City in Wadena County, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Huntersville | 120 | Township in Wadena County, Minnesota |
| Nimrod | 64 | City in Wadena County, Minnesota |
