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North Mankato
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North Mankato is part of the urban center of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area and is located just one hour south of Minneapolis/St. Paul with convenient access right off highways 169 and 14. Nestled along the bluffs at the bend of the Minnesota River in south-central Minnesota, North Mankato is home to 13,500 friendly residents. In addition to the city’s lively economic development scene and low cost of doing business, North Mankato also offers a high quality of living. From numerous parks and trails to the home of the state renowned Caswell Park, this city offers a multitude of adventurous opportunities.
The city of North Mankato is proud to be part of the Greater Mankato regional marketplace. Learn more: northmankato.com
Location
County: | Nicollet |
Region: | South Central |
Distance from Minneapolis: | 80 |
Distance from nearest MSA*: | 0 Miles from Mankato-North Mankato MSA |
US Congressional District: | 1 |
MN Legislative District(s): | 19A, 1 |
Community Information
Population: | 13,500 (U.S. Census Bureau, QuickFacts) |
Labor Force Participation Rate: | 75.8% |
Job Growth (2010 -2013): | 4.25% (QCEW, MN DEED) |
High School Graduation Rate: | 95.8% |
Bachelors Degree (25+): | 35.5% (2017 5-year ACS) |
Average Household Income: | $78,113 (2017 5-year ACS) |
Travel Time: | 16.4 minutes (2017 5-year ACS) |
Distance to Domestic/ Charter Air: | 6 miles - Mankato Airport |
Distance to International Air: | 80 - Minneapolis - St. Paul Airport |
Distance to Rail: | 1 mile |
Map of North Mankato, Minnesota