Karlstad
City in Kittson County, Minnesota

Karlstad is a city in Kittson County, Minnesota, with 710 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,050 ft (320 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Halma, 6.8 miles NW.
- 710residents (2020 Census)
- 1,050 ftelevation · 320 m
- 1.5 sq miland area · 3.9 km²
- 472 / sq mipopulation density
- 56732ZIP code
About Karlstad
Karlstad ( KARL-stad) is a city in Kittson County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 710 at the 2020 census.
U.S. Route 59 and Minnesota State Highway 11 are two of the main arterial routes in the city. The city's slogan is "The Moose Capital of the North".
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Living in Karlstad
- Median household income
- $64,000
- Median home value
- $126,300
- Median rent
- $619/mo
- Median age
- 50.2
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Karlstad had 710 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 710 |
|---|---|
| Density | 472 per sq mi (182 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Karlstad at a glance
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
|---|---|
| County | Kittson County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 710 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.50 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Water area | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,050 ft (320 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.5780° N, 96.5160° W |
| ZIP code | 56732 |
| Official website | ci.karlstad.mn.us |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2732444 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Karlstad
- Halma6.8 mi NW
- Strandquist6.9 mi SE
- Lake Bronson12.7 mi NW
- Strathcona16.0 mi E
- Donaldson17.3 mi W
- Greenbush17.4 mi NE
- Newfolden17.5 mi SE
- Kennedy18.6 mi W
- Stephen18.6 mi SW
- Middle River19.0 mi SE
- Argyle21.6 mi SW
- Lancaster23.3 mi NW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Karlstad
What county is Karlstad in?
Karlstad is in Kittson County, Minnesota.
What is the population of Karlstad, MN?
710 people lived in Karlstad at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Karlstad, MN?
The ZIP code of Karlstad is 56732.
What is the elevation of Karlstad?
1,050 feet (320 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Karlstad?
Halma (6.8 mi), Strandquist (6.9 mi), Lake Bronson (12.7 mi), Strathcona (16.0 mi), Donaldson (17.3 mi).
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