Nelson
City in Douglas County, Minnesota
Nelson is a city in Douglas County, Minnesota, with 182 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,362 ft (415 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Alexandria, 5.4 miles W.
- 182residents (2020 Census)
- 1,362 ftelevation · 415 m
- 0.7 sq miland area · 1.7 km²
- 275 / sq mipopulation density
- 56355ZIP code
About Nelson
Nelson is a city in Douglas County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 182 at the 2020 census.
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Living in Nelson
- Median household income
- $57,188
- Median home value
- $157,500
- Median rent
- $1,000/mo
- Median age
- 48.1
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Nelson had 182 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 182 |
|---|---|
| Density | 275 per sq mi (106 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Nelson at a glance
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
|---|---|
| County | Douglas County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 182 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.66 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,362 ft (415 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.8865° N, 95.2649° W |
| ZIP code | 56355 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2745106 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Nelson
- Alexandria5.4 mi W
- Osakis5.6 mi E
- Carlos6.2 mi N
- Forada8.1 mi SW
- West Union10.5 mi SE
- Miltona11.1 mi N
- Garfield11.8 mi W
- Villard12.0 mi S
- Westport12.8 mi S
- Glenwood16.4 mi S
- Brandon16.8 mi W
- Lowry17.5 mi SW
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Nelson
What county is Nelson in?
Nelson is in Douglas County, Minnesota.
What is the population of Nelson, MN?
182 people lived in Nelson at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Nelson, MN?
The ZIP code of Nelson is 56355.
What is the elevation of Nelson?
1,362 feet (415 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Nelson?
Alexandria (5.4 mi), Osakis (5.6 mi), Carlos (6.2 mi), Forada (8.1 mi), West Union (10.5 mi).
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