Guide to Fountain Minnesota

Fountain is a city in Fillmore County, Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.83 square miles (2.15 km²), all of it land. Fountain is the western terminus of the Root River segment of the Blufflands State Trail. The elevation is 1,306 ft (398 m) above sea level.

As of the census of 2010, there were 410 people, 171 households, and 112 families residing in the city. The population density was 494.0 inhabitants per square mile (190.7/km2). There were 177 housing units at an average density of 213.3 per square mile (82.4/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 98.0% White, 0.2% Native American, 0.5% Asian, 0.7% from other races, and 0.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.0% of the population.

There were 171 households of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.6% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 5.8% had a male householder with no wife present, and 34.5% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals and 10.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.40 and the average family size was 2.96.

The median age in the city was 37.3 years. 27.1% of residents were under the age of 18; 5.8% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 25.9% were from 25 to 44; 27.1% were from 45 to 64; and 14.1% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 50.7% male and 49.3% female.

As of the census of 2000, there were 343 people, 131 households, and 94 families residing in the city. The population density was 413.4 people per square mile (159.6/km²). There were 137 housing units at an average density of 165.1/sq mi (63.7/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 98.54% White, 0.58% Native American, and 0.87% from two or more races.

There were 131 households out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 67.9% were married couples living together, 2.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.5% were non-families. 20.6% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.62 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the city the population was spread out with 26.2% under the age of 18, 11.4% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 18.4% from 45 to 64, and 13.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females there were 100.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,250, and the median income for a family was $49,583. Males had a median income of $28,571 versus $22,321 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,085. None of the families and 3.4% of the population were living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 8.9% of those over 64.

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

FOUNTAIN, settled in 1853, organized May 11, 1858, was named for its large "Fountain Spring" in section 4, whence the railway village of Fountain, platted when the railway was built, in 1870, derives its water supply. The village was incorporated, by an act of the legislature, on March 3, 1876. It had a station of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul and Pacific Railroad in section 10 and a post office from 1870.

Courtesy Minnesota Historical Society

Main Street looking south, Fountain Minnesota, 1910's
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Anderson Acres 24102 260th Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 352-2451 Web: www.minnesotagrown.com Trendy hostas & other perennials make our farm a popular destination. Popular, rare and heirloom vegetable plants, herb & permaculture plants help you grow your own fresh food. Historically we have grown plants & produce for 34yrs on a 4th generation farm. We sell at Farmers Markets & the Farm where we have our greatest selection. Fresh Veggies for CSA members.
David's Watch Repair 99 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 696-6730
Dornink Builders 109 County Road 8 Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4200 The next time you need some work done around the house contact Dornink Builders. With more than 20 years of experience we'll help you achieve your goals, give the experts a call!
Drury's Furniture 100 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4363 Web: www.drurysfurniture.com Drury's Furniture, just 27 miles south of Rochester on Highway 52, is southern Minnesota's most complete home furnishings center. We are a family owned business located in Fountain, Minnesota, and have nearly and acre of totally accessorized furniture displays. We have only furniture we'd be proud to have in our own homes. Great brands, a huge selection of styles, and we're just a short drive away! Whether you live in Southern Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, Northern Iowa, or any where in the Twin Cities area, make sure to shop Drurys for all your home furnishings needs.
Eickhoff Fertilizer Inc Plant 24504 245th Avenue Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 352-2746
Fillmore County History Center 202 County Road 8 Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4449 Web: http://fillmorecountyhistory.wordpress.com The mission of the Fillmore County Historical Society is to collect, preserve, and interpret Fillmore County artifacts, documents, literature, and photographs. Through displays and exhibits, the Fillmore County Historical Society preserves and interprets the heritage of our area. Our goal is to enrich both present and future generations through the preservation of our historical past.
First State Bank of Fountain 101 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4321 Web: www.fsbfountain.com We have been providing the finest in personalized banking service to southeastern Minnesota since 1901, and are recognized as being a leader in community banking. We are proud to be located in Fountain, a community of 410 gentle souls, at the western starting point of the beautiful Root River Bike Trail. Our 6 employees have over 100 years of combined experience and are excited to share their progressive financial expertise with you, via our website, or in person. Whether you are new to our bank, or are an existing customer, we invite you to experience the hometown feeling you get by doing business with a bank that truly is “Your Community Bank for Generations!”
Fountain Building Center 100 Cedar Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4343 Web: www.fountainbuildingcenter.net Fountain Building Center Inc of Fountain, MN has been Chatfield, Fountain, Lanesboro, Preston, Spring Valley, and the surrounding areas’ trusted locally owned and operated building materials, supplies, and other related products and services provider since 1983. •We offer a complete line of quality lumber and building materials for contractors and homeowners •Lumber, doors, windows, siding, insulation, hardware, shingles, pole buildings and more •We deliver
Fountain City Hall 25496 State Highway 80 Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4293 Web: www.fountainmn.org
Herman's Standard 131 Highway 52 S Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4434
Hilltop Pastures Family Farm 26134 Jasmine Drive Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 867-0096 Web: www.hilltoppasturesfamilyfarm.com We are a small-scale sustainable family farm owned and operated by Tom and Sara Austin and our children Shane, Sami, Caleb and Joshua. We are located in Southeastern Minnesota at the gateway to bluff country. Our mission is to offer you a healthier way of life by providing all natural, healthy meat and produce in an ecologically responsible environment. We believe that when you buy locally grown, natural products, you take a positive step toward building community and establishing a healthy society.
Hodgson Ranch Custom Woodworking 28135 298th Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 867-4004 Web: www.hodgsonranch.com Hodgson Ranch is home for all our small business endeavors. This is where my wife, Leslea, and I have been building custom cabinets and furniture together since 1992. Hodgson Ranch Custom Cabinetry is fully insured with business liability to protect our customers. Leslea is an artist by trade and paints signs and other art in her studio. Hodgson Ranch is also where we raise our Galloway beef herd and produce certified organic grass fed beef for sale in and around Rochester and Southeastern Minnesota. Our crop ground is certified organic, as well, and is in pastures and hay. Our ranch is close to the Root River and we are glad to be doing what we can to keep topsoil and other pollutants out of the water
K & R Equipment Inc 300 Cedar Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4425 Web: www.krequipment.com K&R Equipment is located in Southeast Minnesota in Fountain, MN just off of MN Hwy 52 S. We provide Sales on Site and On the Farm Service. And we service what we sell! K&R offers Dixon lawn mowers DIXON ZTR® Zero-turning Radius Mowers
Karst Brewing 315 1st Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (612) 747-6367 Web: www.karstbrewed.com When Eric Luoma and his wife Sandra Seha-Luoma heard about a building for sale in Fountain, Minnesota, halfway between Rochester and Decorah, Iowa, the couple thought the sleepy town would be a good place to finally retire. However, with Eric’s love of science and people and Sandra’s knack for hosting, the Luomas couldn’t resist the temptation to use their newly purchased former schoolhouse and cafe for something other than leisure. What resulted is Karst Brewing Co., a 612-square-foot brewery taproom in Fountain, and one of the most intimate breweries in the state.
Los Gables 122 Highway 52 S Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-1020 Web: www.losgables.com Los Gables offers a variety of authentic Mexican cuisine as well as services to suit all of your catering needs. Los Gables is located in Fountain, MN, and owned and operated by Julie Kulsrud. We use locally grown produce when available, and exclusively grass-fed ground beef. Also, we provide a variety of vegetarian options if requested.
Milestone Materials 301 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4353
Redalen Cattle Company 30671 County Road 6 Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 467-1383 Web: www.redalencattlecompany.com
Richard's Pump Service 309 Cedar Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4352 Web: www.fountainplumbingandheating.com Richard's Pump Service is located in Fountain, Minnesota. We provide various Heating, Plumbing and Air Conditioner Installs and Service for Residential, Agricultural and Commercial. We also offer other services including Custom Backhoe, Well Repair, HVACR, Underground Water Lines and In Floor Heat. We service a wide area, so do not hesitate to call us!
Root River Ag Service 109 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4994
State Line Roofing 114 Westside Lane Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 254-0486 Web: www.statelineroofing.net State Line Roofing offers professional and quality roofing services in Fountain, MN. We are your preferred exterior contractor for your different roofing and siding services needs. Our trained and friendly staff would be glad to assist you.
US Post Office 105 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935-8839 Phone: (507) 268-4941 Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS Web: www.usps.com
Valley Design Enterprises Inc 133 Highway 52 S Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4221 Web: www.valleydesign.biz Valley Design Enterprises was established in 1986 as a powder coating and furniture components supplier. Co-owners Tim Bremseth and Butch Isensee combined their backgrounds in Sales and Engineering to provide their customers with the quality and service they demand and deserve. Each year we look to continual growth while maintaining the confidence and needs of our customers. They chose the small, rural community of Fountain, MN as the site location due to their strong beliefs in the quality work ethics and value systems of the people in the mid-west. The company employs around 140 people and operates over 16 hours a day. It is made up of 5 buildings that cover approximately 100,000 square feet.
Village Square Restaurant 99 Main Street Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4406
Wisota Insurance Group Inc 130 County Road 11 Fountain, MN 55935 Phone: (507) 268-4370 Web: www.wisotainsurancegroup.com Wisota Insurance Group Inc in Fountain, MN is an independent life health agency selling major medical and Medicare products for 35 years. Our broker is Dale J. Eppen. We represent most major companies.

Fountain Minnesota Community Guide