Western, Minnesota
Western: township in Otter Tail County, Minnesota.
About
Western is a township located in the county of Otter Tail in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 129 and a population density of 4 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 133 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Western
| Population | 133 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Otter Tail County |
| Area | 35.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 46.1519,-96.1831 |
| Altitude | 1,079 feet / 329 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 10:59:04 (7th November 2026) |
| Density | 4 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 3.1% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 28℉ Mostly Cloudy then Patchy Fog 7-days weather |
Geography
Western is located at 46°9'7"N 96°10'59"W (46.1519000, -96.1831200).
Western map
Weather
Patchy fog after midnight. Mostly cloudy. Low around 28, with temperatures rising to around 31 overnight. South wind 5 to 8 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
The population of Western increased by 3.1% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 129 | - | census |
| 2011 | 129 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 128 | -0.78% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 129 | 0.78% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 133 | 3.1% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 133 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 133 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 133 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 134 | 0.75% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 134 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 133 | -0.75% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Western, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173559 | Minnesota State Community and Technical College | Fergus Falls (MN) | 56537-1000 |
| 200305 | North Dakota State College of Science | Wahpeton (ND) | 58076-0002 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Western, 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 Western.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wendell Post Office | Wendell (MN) | 56590 |
Other cities in Otter Tail County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Otter Tail County , MN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Pelican Rapids | 2,634 | City in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, United States |