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Location:
Location of Wabasha, Minnesota

Population: 
 Wabasha (city) 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2000-2010 Change
Actual Percent
Population 2,371 2,372 2,384 2,599 2,521 -78 -3.00
Land Area (sq. mile) 8.40 8.74 8.23 8.16 8.16 0 0.00
Density (persons per sq. mile) 282.26 271.40 289.67 318.42 308.95 -9.47 -2.97
Housing Units 778 942 1,024 1,166 1,315 +149 +12.78
Households -- 873 951 1,062 1,144 +82 +7.72
Persons Per Household -- 2.53 2.33 2.27 2.20 -0.07 -3.08

Geography:

Wabasha is a city in Wabasha County, Minnesota. Located on the Mississippi River near its confluence with the Chippewa River, it is the county seat of Wabasha County. U.S. Highway 61 and Minnesota Highway 60 are two of the main routes in the city. Wisconsin Highways 25 and 35 are nearby. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.27 square miles (24.01 km2); 8.22 square miles (21.29 km2) is land and 1.05 square miles (2.72 km2) is water. The elevation is 686 ft (209 m) above sea level.

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Demographics:

As of the census of 2010, there were 2,521 people, 1,144 households, and 654 families residing in the city. The population density was 306.7 inhabitants per square mile (118.4/km2). There were 1,315 housing units at an average density of 160.0 per square mile (61.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 96.2% White, 0.8% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population.

There were 1,144 households of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.2% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.5% had a male householder with no wife present, and 42.8% were non-families. 37.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.09 and the average family size was 2.72.

The median age in the city was 48.8 years. 19.4% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.5% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 20.1% were from 25 to 44; 28.2% were from 45 to 64; and 26.8% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 47.2% male and 52.8% female.

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The town (now a city) of Wabasha, which was named in 1843 for the last of these three leaders, is situated at a distance of 30 miles up the Mississippi from his village. It was at first called Cratte's Landing, for the earliest white man to build his home there, in 1838.

WABASHA, the county seat, founded and named in 1843, as related at the beginning of this chapter, was platted in 1854 and was incorporated as a city March 20, 1858. The city is in Pepin and Greenfield Townships. Augustin Rocque built a trading post here in 1833, and Father Ravoux built a Catholic church in 1845; the post office began as Nelsons Landing in 1848 in Chippewa County, Wisconsin Territory; was transferred to Wabasha County in 1850, with Alexis P. Bailly as postmaster, and the name was changed to Wabashaw; it had a station of the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad.

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Government:
Wabasha City Hall
900 Hiawatha Drive E
PO Box 268
Wabasha, MN  55981
Phone
: (651) 565-4568
Fax:
(651) 565-4569

Business Hours:
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 11:00 am

City Council Meetings:
1st Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm

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Name and Address   Phone
Mayor 12/31/2022 Emily Durand
230 Main Street E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email (651) 560-4653
(651) 262-8736
City Administrator appointed vacant
PO Box 268
Wabasha, MN  55981
Email (651) 565-4568
Clerk/Treasurer appointed Wendy Busch
PO Box 268
Wabasha, MN  55981
Email (651) 565-4568
Council Member - Ward 1 12/31/2022 John Friedmeyer
518 Main Street W
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 564-0323
Council Member - Ward 1 12/31/2024 Darren Sheeley
206 3rd Street E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 564-0290
Council Member - Ward 2 12/31/2022 Timothy Wallerich
618 10th Street E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 358-8598
Council Member - Ward 2 12/31/2024 Brian Wodele
1036 Milligan Avenue
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 564-0530
Council Member - Ward 3 12/31/2022 Dean Meurer
218 Main Street W
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 560-0273
Council Member - Ward 3 12/31/2024 Jeff Sulla
4 Buena Vista Drive
Wabasha, MN 55981
Email
Email
(651) 448-1143

Post Office:
US Post Office
109 Main Street E
Wabasha, MN
55981-1420
Phone:
(651) 565-3909
Toll Free:
(800) ASK-USPS
Fax: (651) 565-0302

Regular Business Hours:
Week Days       8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday          8:30 am - 10:30 am

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Utilities:
Utility Type Utility Name Utility Phone
Electricity Xcel Energy (800) 895-4999
Natural Gas Xcel Energy (800) 895-4999
Wastewater Wabasha Municipal (651) 565-4568
Water Wabasha Municipal (651) 565-4568
Telephone CenturyLink Communications (800) 244-1111
Cable TV Midcontinent Communications (800) 888-1300

Major Employers:
Employer Products/Services Employees
St. Elizabeth Medical Center General Medical & Surgical Hospitals 320
Wabasha County Executive, Legislative, & Other Gen. Govt. Support 150
Wabasha-Kellogg Public Schools Elementary & Secondary Schools 105
Cardinal Health Navig., Meas., Electromedical & Control Instrum. Mfg. 90
Thomas Industries Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing 60
Great River Homes Outpatient Care Centers 58
Mayo Clinic Health System Offices of Physicians 55
Valley Publications Newspaper, Periodical, Book, & Directory Publishers 30


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Events:
Riverboat Days

Last weekend in July

Pancakes in the Park, Fishing Tournament, Family Entertainment, Firemen's Waterfight, Grand Parade, Food, Live music in the Beer Garden. All located along the Beautiful Mississippi River at Heritage Square Park, Downtown Wabasha

 
Watermelon Festival

Second weekend in September

This is one of the last festivals of the season. Watch the Sunday parade, vintage tractor ride, live entertainment, softball tournament and kiddies’ parade. Don’t forget the FREE watermelon!

 

For more Wabasha area events, see the Wabasha-Kellogg Chamber of Commerce Event Calendar


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Attractions:
Great River Houseboats
1009 E Main Street
PO Box 247
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3376
Web: www.greatriverhouseboats.com

Houseboat Vacations on the Mississippi River and Lake Pepin: 48ft Capt's Choice Houseboats (2-10 people), 48ft Economy Houseboats (2-10 people), 30ft Lil Hobo Houseboat (2-4 people), 28ft Pontoon with bathroom (8 people)! We offer weekly, midweek, weekend & daily trips! Enjoy diverse activities such as beach combing, fishing, eagle watching, shopping, restaurants and golfing at nearby river towns, swimming & bonfires at a secluded beach, locking through or just sit back and enjoy the view!

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Jon Hassler Theater

 

 
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The largest independent specialty toy store in North America; featuring original pull toys, hand-carved carousel, mini golf, puzzles, games, toys, cafe, bookstore, museum and much more!

 
National Eagle Center
50 Pembroke Avenue
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4989
Toll Free: (877) 332-4537
Web: www.nationaleaglecenter.org

The National Eagle Center features five superstars, rescued eagles from across the country. Experience the awe and wonder of these majestic creatures in an intimate environment. Located on the banks of the Mississippi River, our world-class facility provides an excellent sanctuary. Each eagle’s dignity preserved; each radiating his or her unique beauty. Our Interpretive Center offers hours of intrigue with daily educational programs -- each including one of our eagle superstars -- interactive exhibits, historical artifacts, educational films and dynamic displays.

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Recreation:
Coffee Mill Golf Course
180 Coffee Mill Drive
PO Box 6
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4332
Toll Free: (866) 400-4332
Web: www.coffeemillgolf.com

18 hole championship golf course with New Clubhouse. Overlooking the Mississippi River Valley on every hole. New 18 holes as of the fall of 2003. Spectacular views of Mississippi & Chippewa Valley from every hole.

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Coffee Mill Ski & Snowboard Resort
99 Coulee Way
PO Box 127
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-2777
Web:
www.coffeemillski.com

Coffee Mill, named after a historic navigational point along the mighty Mississippi, offers the best of coulee skiing with a unique "bowl" arrangement for convenient lift accessibility and protection from cold winter winds. Extra long slopes combined with high capacity chairs provide a skiing experience second to none. From the gentle slopes of Chippewa to the radical pitch of O'Chute, each run is obscured from the next by an abundant growth of birch, oaks, and pines. Modern snowmaking and daily grooming insure great snow throughout the season.

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Lakes:
Lake Name Size
(acres)
Lake info Lake Map Rec Map Topo Map
Pepin 25,271

Health Care:
Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center
1200 Grant Blvd, W
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4531
Toll Free: (800) 581-4531
Web: www.stelizabethswabasha.org

Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center is a progressive rural health care organization in Wabasha, Minnesota. Located on two campuses, Saint Elizabeth’s offers a full continuum of care to enhance healing of body, mind and spirit. Our staff and volunteers provide a wide range of services in partnership with the medical staff, three regional clinics, and other health care providers.

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Wabasha Clinic
1202 Grant Blvd W
PO Box 30
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4571
Web: www.mayohealthsystem.org

Wabasha Clinic, part of Lake City Medical Center - Mayo Health System, provides a full range of quality, local health care services for patients of all ages. Our caring staff includes 6 family practice physicians, one surgeon, two certified physician assistants, four nurse practitioners, two certified nurse-midwives and excellent allied health staff.

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Schools:
Wabasha - Kellogg Public Schools
Independent School District #811
2113 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3559
Fax: 9651) 565-2769
Web: www.wabasha-kellogg.k12.mn.us
 
Wabasha-Kellogg High School
2113 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3559

Grades:  7-12
Students:  352

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Wabasha-Kellogg Elementary School
2113 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3559

Grades:  PK-6
Students:  273

Wabasha-Kellogg Elementary School, Wabasha Minnesota

Churches:
Anchor Point Evangelical Free Church
160 Main Street
PO Box 246
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 564-1227
Web: www.anchorpointchurch.net 

Pastor:  Paul Langmade
Sunday Worship:  10:00 am

Anchor Point Evangelical Free Church, Wabasha Minnesota
Evangelical Lutheran Church of Our Redeemer (WELS)
Corner of 12th and Milligan
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4742

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Faith Lutheran Church - ELCA
905 Hiawatha Drive E
PO Box 108
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-2479
Fax: (651) 565-0056
Web: www.faithlutheranwabasha.com

Pastor:  Barb Knutson
Sunday Worship:  8:00 am and 10:30 am

Grace Memorial Episcopal Church
205 3rd Street E
Wabasha, MN 55981 -1401
Phone: (651) 565-4827

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Hiawatha Bible Chapel
907 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-2238

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St. Felix Catholic Church
117 3rd Street W
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3931
Fax: (651) 565-4363
Web: www.stfelix-church.org

Pastor:  Father Glenn Frerichs
Sunday Mass:  9:00 am

 
United Church of Christ
317 Second Street W
PO Box 166
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4791
Web: www.freewebs.com/uccwabasha

Pastor:  Dennis Glad
Sunday Worship:  9:00 am

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Bridgewaters Bed & Breakfast
136 Bridge Avenue
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4208
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Eagles on the River Bed & Breakfast
1000 Marina Drive
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-3509
Web: www.eaglesontheriver.com

Eagles on the River B & B creates a feeling of your "Home Away from Home." Cozy, private, secluded, romantic, playful and inspiring - describe the moods of our guests. With its view of the Mississippi River, unique architectural design and secluded setting, Eagles on the River Bed & Breakfast provides you the best opportunity to relax, rejuvenate and enjoy.

 

Motels:
AmericInn Lodge & Suites
150 Commerce Street
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-5366
Fax: (651) 565-5367
Web: www.americinn.com/hotels/MN/Wabasha

Facility has 64 rooms. Theme suites with spas and fireplaces. Pool with basketball hoops, spa and sauna. Continental Breakfast and meeting room.

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Coffee Mill Motel & Suites
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4561
Toll Free: (877) 775-1366
Web: www.coffeemillmotelandsuites.com

Coffee Mill is a year around vacation motel & suites in Southeastern Minnesota, on the Great River Road in Wabasha, Minnesota. Coffee Mill provides family vacations, downhill skiing and snowboarding, fishing vacations, romantic getaways and honeymoon travel packages, eagle watching along the Mississippi River, live theater Shakespearean Festival or Jon Hassler Theater , antiquing the historic river towns, golfing the bluff country courses with panoramic views of the Mississippi River, hiking and biking the wildlife trails, and mouth watering restaurants with lake and riverviews.

 
Wabasha Motel & RV Park
1110 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-9932
Toll Free: (866) 565-9932
Fax: (651) 565-0337
Web: www.wabashamotelandrv.com

Our motel has 10 clean, comfortable rooms with in-room phones, cable TV, and convenient front door parking. Our room rates are especially appealing to those who want some extra cash to order that special bottle of wine with dinner, or those who just want a quiet, cozy place to catch some zzzz's without the costly added frills.

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City of Wabasha Municipal Campground
500 3rd Street W
PO Box 268
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-4568
Fax: (651) 565-4569

Located near the upper marina on the Mississippi River. It is close to the downtown area and within walking distance of dining, shopping and the National Eagle Center. There is a boat launch nearby with 4 launch ramps and plenty of trailer parking. While most of the campground is leased seasonally there are a few first come first serve spots for overnight camping. All spots have full hook-ups. There is also a bathhouse with shower facilities.

Wabasha Motel & RV Park
1110 Hiawatha Drive E
Wabasha, MN 55981
Phone: (651) 565-9932
Toll Free: (866) 565-9932
Fax: (651) 565-0337
Web: www.wabashamotelandrv.com

We have 13 oversized full service sites. Each site has electric (20, 30 & 50 amp), city water & sewer, cable TV hookups and wireless internet. We have 2 limited service sites (no sewer and water hookups).

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