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Aldrich Minnesota Community Guide
Location:
Population:
| Aldrich (city) |
1970 |
1980 |
1990 |
2000 |
2010 |
2020 |
2010-2020
Change |
| Actual |
Percent |
| Population |
85 |
88 |
70 |
53 |
48 |
35 |
-13 |
-27.08 |
| Land Area (sq. mile) |
0.50 |
0.49 |
0.48 |
0.47 |
0.47 |
0.47 |
0 |
0.00 |
| Density (persons per sq. mile) |
170.0 |
179.6 |
145.8 |
111.6 |
102.13 |
74.5 |
-27.66 |
-27.08 |
| Housing Units |
37 |
35 |
39 |
31 |
31 |
28 |
-3 |
-9.68 |
| Households |
-- |
34 |
31 |
26 |
24 |
15 |
-9 |
-37.50 |
| Persons Per Household |
-- |
2.59 |
2.26 |
2.04 |
2.00 |
2.33 |
+0.33 |
+16.67 |
Geography:
Aldrich is a city in Wadena County, Minnesota, United
States, along the Partridge River.
U.S. Route 10 serves as a main route in the community. According to the
United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.47 square
miles (1.22 km2), all of it land. The elevation is 1,355 feet (413 m). From
Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Demographics:
As of the census of 2020, there were
35 people, 15 households, and 10
families residing in the city. The
population density was 74.5 inhabitants
per square mile. There were
28 housing units at an average density
of 59.6 per square mile. The
racial makeup of the city was 100.0%
White.
There were 15 households of which
13.3% had children under the age of 18
living with them, 26.7% were married
couples living together, 40.0% had a male
householder with no wife present, 33.3%
had a female householder with no husband
presents. 53.3% of all
households were made up of individuals
and 26.7% had someone living alone who was
65 years of age or older. The average
household size was 2.33 and the average
family size was 3.30..
The median age in the city was 48.5
years. 8.6% of residents were under the
age of 18; 19.9% were between the ages
of 18 and 24; 37.2% were from 25 to 44;
17.2% were from 45 to 64; and 34.3% were
65 years of age or older. The gender
makeup of the city was 48.6% male and
51.4% female.
The median household income was $48,250
The poverty rate was 0.00%. 14.29% of residents had a
bachelors degree or higher. The median
rent was n/a and 100.0% owned their homes. The
average value of a housing unit was $212,500.
History:
ALDRICH Township received the name of the city in
section 35, given by officers of the Northern Pacific Railroad company
in honor of Cyrus Aldrich, who was born in Smithfield, R.I., June 18,
1808, and died in Minneapolis, October 5, 1871. He came to this state in
1855, settling in Minneapolis, and engaged in real estate business; was
a representative in Congress, 1859-63; a member of the state
legislature, 1865; and postmaster of Minneapolis, 1867-71. The city was
incorporated as a village on March 4, 1938; the post office was
established in 1877, with Michael W. Kelly as postmaster; it had a
station of the Northern Pacific Railroad. Courtesy
Minnesota Historical Society
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Government:
Aldrich City Hall
PO Box 123
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone:
(218)
445-5209
Regular Business Hours:
not available
City Council
Meetings:
2nd Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm
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| Title |
Term Ends |
Name and
Address |
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Phone |
| Mayor |
12/31/2024 |
Vanessa Waldahl
156 Central Avenue S
Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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(218) 2851840 |
| Clerk |
12/31/2024 |
Jani Nundahl
275
Front Street SW
Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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(218) 445-5209
(218) 445-5851 |
| Treasurer |
12/31/2026 |
Linda Huisenga
176 1st Avenue NE
Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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(218) 445-0412 |
| Council Member |
12/31/2022 |
Kay Baugh
149
Central Avenue N
Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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(218) 445-6014 |
| Council Member |
12/31/2024 |
Jeff Ludovissie
319 Central Avenue N
Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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(218)
296-1151 |
| Council Member |
12/31/2024 |
not available
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Aldrich, MN
56434 |
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n/a |
Post Office:
Utilities:
Broadband Internet
Providers:
Data from
Minnesota Office of Broadband Development 10/31/2023
Major
Employers:
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Employer |
Products/Services |
Employees |
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Map:
Minnesota State
Highway Map of the Aldrich Minnesota area
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Location |
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Health
Care:
Astera Health - Verndale Clinic
102 Farwell Street
Verndale, MN 56481
Phone:
(218) 445-5990
Web:
www.asterahealth.org/clinics/verndale-clinic
Successfully serving patients
from Otter Tail, Todd, and Wadena counties, Astera Health –
Verndale Clinic is conveniently located in downtown Verndale and
provides a wide range of specialties for your entire family.
From newborns to the elderly, the professionals at the Verndale
clinic provide first-class healthcare services, all within a
rural healthcare setting. Feel confident knowing that our
medical staff is committed to your good health.
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Lakewood Health System Hospital
49725 County Road
83
Staples, MN 56479
Phone:
(218) 894-1515
Web:
www.lakewoodhealthsystem.com
Since 1936, ensuring you
are well cared for has been Lakewood Health System’s most
important job. It all started with a hospital and has since
grown to include an entire spectrum of care focused not just on
helping you get well, but helping you stay well, at every stage
of your life. You are our friends, our neighbors and our family
members, and your health is our top priority.
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Schools:
Staples
Motley Schools
Independent School
District #2170
202 Pleasant Avenue
Staples, MN 56479
Phone: (218) 894-5400
Fax: (218) 894-2434
Grades: PK-12
Students: 1,341
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Staples Motley High School
401 Centennial Lane
Staples, MN 56479
Phone: (218) 894-2431
Fax: (218) 894-2434Grades: 8-12
Students: 483
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Motley Staples Middle School
132 1st Avenue S
PO Box 268
Motley, MN 56466
Phone: (218) 352-6315 Grades:
4-7
Students: 300
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Staples Motley
Elementary School
Staples, MN 56479
Phone: (218) 894-2431
Fax: (218) 894-2434Grades: PK-3
Students: 311
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Churches:
Balsamlund
Lutheran Church - ELCA
19550 490th Street
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone: (218) 445-5698Pastor:
not available
Sunday Worship: not available
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First
Congregational Church
262 Central Avenue S
PO Box 101
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone: (218) 445-5131
Pastor: Dave Seaton
Sunday Worship: 9:00 am
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Businesses:
Aldrich Tractor, Inc.
19828 US Highway 10
Verndale, MN 56481
Phone:
(218) 445-5430
Web:
www.aldrichtractor.net
Aldrich Tractor, Inc.
is a full service dealership for Bobcat, Bush Hog, Gehl, Hesston
by Massey Ferguson hay equipment, Massey Ferguson Tractors,
McCormick and Vermeer. We also sell an array of used equipment
from the best manufacturers. We take trade-ins and are willing
to sell your equipment for you on Consignment.
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Ryan's Taxidermy
144 Elm
Lane NE
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone:
(218) 639-0369
Web:
www.ryanstaxidermy.com
Ryan's Taxidermy was
established in 2023 in Aldrich, MN. Ryan spent 20 years working
at Dewey's Taxidermy in Wadena, MN before the duo decided to
make the transition for Ryan to take over a variety of the
taxidermy duties. Ryan's Taxidermy mounts deer, bear, and life
size. Stop by, give Ryan a call, or send an email today.
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The Crafters Show Room
111 1st Avenue NE
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone:
(218) 445-4349
The Crafters Show Room is a
place for Crafters/Vendors to display their items and crafts for
sale.. We have some very talented vendors with unique and
beautiful items! Stop in and check out all of the items from
these amazing minds!
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US Post Office
175 Central Avenue N
Aldrich, MN 56434
Phone: (218) 445-5604
Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS
Regular Business Hours:
Week Days
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Saturday
10:30 am - 1:00 pm
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