Essig
Census-designated place in Brown County, Minnesota

Essig is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Brown County, Minnesota, with 49 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,001 ft (305 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Sleepy Eye, 6.3 miles W.
- 49residents (2020 Census)
- 1,001 ftelevation · 305 m
- 0.6 sq miland area · 1.7 km²
- 76 / sq mipopulation density
- 56030ZIP code
About Essig
Essig is an unincorporated community in Brown County, Minnesota, United States. As of the 2020 census, Essig had a population of 49. Essig is located on U.S. Route 14, 7 miles (11 km) west of New Ulm. Essig has a post office with ZIP code 56030.
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- Median home value
- $160,900
- Median age
- 26
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Essig had 49 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 49 |
|---|---|
| Density | 76 per sq mi (29 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Essig at a glance
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
|---|---|
| County | Brown County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 49 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.65 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.3284° N, 94.6034° W |
| ZIP code | 56030 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2719754 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Essig
- Sleepy Eye6.3 mi W
- New Ulm6.7 mi E
- Searles10.7 mi SE
- Evan11.6 mi W
- Cobden12.4 mi W
- Lafayette13.2 mi NE
- Courtland13.4 mi E
- Hanska13.5 mi SE
- Gibbon14.7 mi N
- Fairfax15.0 mi NW
- Morgan17.0 mi W
- La Salle17.9 mi S
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Essig
What county is Essig in?
Essig is in Brown County, Minnesota.
What is the population of Essig, MN?
49 people lived in Essig at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Essig, MN?
The ZIP code of Essig is 56030.
What is the elevation of Essig?
1,001 feet (305 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Essig?
Sleepy Eye (6.3 mi), New Ulm (6.7 mi), Searles (10.7 mi), Evan (11.6 mi), Cobden (12.4 mi).
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