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Askov, Minnesota Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Askov, Minnesota, is 348, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s small size and rural character.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1906
  • County Affiliated: Pine County
  • Land Area: 1.0 square mile
  • Population Density: 348 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 320
  • Zip Codes: 55704

Geography and Location

Askov, Minnesota, is located in east-central Minnesota, within Pine County, about 70 miles north of the Twin Cities. Askov experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers, typical of the Upper Midwest. The town is surrounded by forests, farmland, and small lakes, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and camping. Askov’s economy is primarily based on agriculture and small local businesses. The town is located near Interstate 35, making it accessible to nearby towns and cities while maintaining its rural charm. Askov is known for its Danish heritage, which is celebrated through local events and traditions, making it a culturally rich and peaceful place to live.

Demographics

Median resident age: 38.0 years
Median household income: $28,472
Median house value: $62,000

Population by Race

Races in Askov:

  • White Non-Hispanic (95.9%)
  • American Indian (2.4%)
  • Two or more races (1.1%)
  • Other race (0.5%)

Ancestries: German (32.3%), Danish (19.3%), Norwegian (17.4%), Irish (13.9%), Swedish (11.4%), French (5.4%).

Land area: 1.3 square miles

Map of Askov, MN

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Askov

  • High school or higher: 83.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 16.3%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.2%
  • Unemployed: 3.4%
  • Mean travel time to work: 24.0 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Askov city

  • Never married: 27.8%
  • Now married: 52.1%
  • Separated: 1.6%
  • Widowed: 8.0%
  • Divorced: 10.5%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +24 (+7.0%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Askov:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Askov:

  • DULUTH INTL (about 61 miles; DULUTH, MN; Abbreviation: DLH)
  • CHISHOLM-HIBBING (about 83 miles; HIBBING, MN; Abbreviation: HIB)
  • GRAND RAPIDS/ITASCA CO-GORDON NEWSTROM FLD (about 86 miles; GRAND RAPIDS, MN; Abbreviation: GPZ)

Other public-use airports nearest to Askov:

  • MOOSE LAKE CARLTON COUNTY (about 16 miles; MOOSE LAKE, MN; Abbreviation: MZH)
  • GRANTSBURG MUNI (about 30 miles; GRANTSBURG, WI; Abbreviation: GTG)
  • RUSH CITY RGNL (about 37 miles; RUSH CITY, MN; Abbreviation: ROS)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Askov:

  • UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-SUPERIOR (about 59 miles; SUPERIOR, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,436)
  • LAKE SUPERIOR COLLEGE (about 61 miles; DULUTH, MN; Full-time enrollment: 2,512)
  • WISCONSIN INDIANHEAD TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 63 miles; Shell Lake, WI; Full-time enrollment: 2,045)
  • UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA-DULUTH (about 65 miles; DULUTH, MN; Full-time enrollment: 8,224)
  • CENTURY COMMUNITY AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE (about 78 miles; WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN; Full-time enrollment: 4,381)
  • ANOKA-RAMSEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 80 miles; COON RAPIDS, MN; Full-time enrollment: 3,627)
  • BETHEL COLLEGE (about 82 miles; ST PAUL, MN; Full-time enrollment: 2,787)

Public primary/middle school in Askov:

  • EAST CENTRAL MID. (Students: 195; Location: 6333 HC ANDERSEN ST.; Grades: 06 – 08)

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