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Fairmont, MN

Fairmont is a city in and the county seat of Martin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 10,487 at the 2020 census. 

Fairmont is southeast of the center of Martin County and was built along a chain of five lakes: Lake George, Sisseton Lake, Budd Lake, Hall Lake, and Amber Lake. All except Amber Lake are connected by channels and extensively used for recreational boating and fishing. Interstate 90 and Minnesota State Highway 15 are two of the main routes in the city. I-90 leads east 57 miles (92 km) to Albert Lea and west 59 miles (95 km) to Worthington, while MN 15 leads north 27 miles (43 km) to Madelia and south 20 miles (32 km) to Armstrong, Iowa.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Fairmont has an area of 16.89 square miles (43.74 km2), of which 15.00 square miles (38.85 km2) are land and 1.89 square miles (4.90 km2), or 11.2%, are water. The five lakes in the city drain northward out of Lake George into Center Creek, an east-flowing tributary of the Blue Earth River, part of the Minnesota River watershed.

Fairmont was platted in 1857. The city was so named on account of its elevated town site. A post office has been in operation at Fairmont since 1858. Fairmont was incorporated as a city on February 28, 1878, with the first city charter adopted in 1902.

As of the census of 2010, there were 10,666 people, 4,812 households, and 2,816 families living in the city. The population density was 709.2 inhabitants per square mile (273.8/km2). There were 5,251 housing units at an average density of 349.1 per square mile (134.8/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 95.6% White, 0.5% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 1.9% from other races, and 1.1% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.3% of the population.

Fairmont focuses on health and wellness. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Fairmont Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Live Fit Fairmont, Cutting Edge Fitness, and Live Fit Sport & Wellness Center. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Fairmont, such as the George Lake Trail to Heritage Acres Playground and Timberlane Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

The top sites in Fairmont, MN are Fairmont Aquatic Park, Hall Lake, Red Rock Center for the Arts.

Population: 10,487 (2020). ZIP code: 56031. Area code: 507. Elevation: 1,188 ft (362 m). Area: 16.89 sq mi (43.74 km2).

FAQs

What is Fairmont, MN is known for?

Fairmont, known as the "City of Lakes," is located in southern Minnesota. The picturesque setting amid a chain of five lakes offers great fishing, boating, snowmobiling, and spectacular views. With comfortable places to stay and great places to dine, Fairmont is a must-see.

Is Fairmont, MN a good place to live?

Living in Fairmont offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Fairmont and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Fairmont are above average.

What are the demographics of Fairmont, MN?

Fairmont, MN is home to a population of 10.4k people, of which 98.9% are citizens. As of 2022, 3.14% of Fairmont, MN residents were born outside of the country (327 people). In 2022, there were 13.3 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (9.03k people) in Fairmont, MN than any other race or ethnicity. There were 678 White (Hispanic) and 170 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Fairmont 

Fairmont Parks and Recreation Department 

Live Fit Fairmont

Cutting Edge Fitness 

Live Fit Sport & Wellness Center

George Lake Trail to Heritage Acres Playground 

Timberlane Park

Fairmont Aquatic Park

Hall Lake

Red Rock Center for the Arts

Visit Fairmont

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