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Location:
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Population: 
 Alden (city) 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2010-2020 Change
Actual Percent
Population 713 687 623 652 661 583 -78 -11.80
Land Area (sq. mile) 1.00 1.03 0.96 0.96 1.07 1.07 0 0.00
Density (persons per sq. mile) 713.00 666.99 648.96 680.08 617.76 544.86 -72.90 -11.80
Housing Units 254 278 267 295 292 285 -7 -2.40
Households -- 267 260 272 268 258 -10 -3.73
Persons Per Household -- 2.57 2.40 2.40 2.46 2.26 -0.20 -8.13

Geography:

Alden is a city in Freeborn County, Minnesota. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.10 square miles (2.85 km2), of which 1.07 square miles (2.77 km2) is land and 0.03 square miles (0.08 km2) is water. Minnesota State Highway 109 and Interstate 90 are two of the main routes in the community.

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Demographics:

As of the census of 2020, there were 583 people, 258 households, and 187 families residing in the city. The population density was 544.8 inhabitants per square mile. There were 285 housing units at an average density of 266.4 per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 95.7% White, 0.0% Native American, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 2.1% from other races, and 4.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 5.7% of the population.

There were 258 households of which 24.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.7% were married couples living together, 21.7% had a female householder with no husband present, 17.1% had a male householder with no wife present. 8.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 34.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.45 and the average family size was 2.93.

The median age in the city was 47.6 years. 16.0% of residents were under the age of 18; 10.0% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 19.3% were from 25 to 44; 34.3% were from 45 to 64; and 20.5% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was xx% male and xx% female.

The median household income was $75,000 The poverty rate was 3.95%. xx% of residents had a bachelors degree or higher. The median rent was $980 and 83.7% owned their homes. The average value of a housing unit was $112,500.


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History:  

ALDEN, a city in Alden and Carlston Townships, settled in 1858, was organized April 3, 1866. The railway village was platted in 1869, and the track was completed to this place January 1, 1870; it had station on the Chicago, Milwaukee and St. Paul Railroad. It was incorporated on March 4, 1879, and reincorporated in March 1908; it has had a post office since 1866. This name is borne by villages and townships in seven other states.

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Broadway Street, Alden Minnesota, 1908
Broadway Street, Alden Minnesota, 1908
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Government:
Alden City Hall
174 Water Street
PO Box 325
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3620
Fax: (507) 874-3636
Web: www.aldenmn.com

City Council Meetings:
Second Wednesday of the month at 6:00 pm


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Phone

Mayor 12/31/2024 Jerry Reyerson
330 S Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
  (507) 383-1296
Clerk/Treasurer appointed Kim Knutson
174 Water Street
Alden, MN 56009
Email (507) 874-3620
Council Member 12/31/2026 Debra Pedersen
260 Washington Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Email (336) 407-5115
Council Member 12/31/2026 Heath Reindal
120 Holway Street
Alden, MN 56009
  (507) 473-0345
Council Member 12/31/2024 Jeffrey G. Wichmann
275 Scotte Lane
Alden, MN 56009
Email (507) 874-3924
Council Member 12/31/2024 Janelle Van Engelenburg
145 1st Avenue W
Alden, MN 56009
Email (507) 874-3457

Post Office:
US Post Office
101 N Broadway
Alden, MN
56009-9700
Phone: (507) 874-3740
Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS

Regular Business Hours:
Week Days       8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday           8:00 am - 8:45 am

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US Post Office, Alden Minnesota

Utilities:
Utility Type Utility Name Utility Phone
Electricity Freeborn-Mower Cooperative Services (507) 373-6421
Natural Gas Minnesota Energy Resources (800) 889-9508
Wastewater City of Alden (507) 874-3620
Water City of Alden (507) 874-3620
Telephone Frontier Communications (800) 435-1504
Cable TV Midcontinent Communications (800) 642-5509

Major Employers:
Employer Products/Services Employees
Alden-Conger Public Schools Elementary & Secondary Schools 46
Northern Country Co-op Warehousing & Storage 10
Hemmingsen's Transfer School & Employee Bus Transportation 10
Mine Agains Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) 8
American Legion Civic & Social Organizations 6

Broadband Internet Providers:
Provider Technology Max DL Speed Max UL Speed Installations
Midcontinent Communications Cable 1000 mbps 50 mbps 325
Consolidated Communications, Fidium DSL 100 mbps 10 mbps 1
Arvig Fiber 100 mbps 100  mbps 1
Winnebago Cooperative Telecom Association Fiber 1000 mbps 1000 mbps 50
LTD Broadband Fixed Wireless 35 mbps 35 mbps 332
Midcontinent Communications Fixed Wireless 100 mbps 20 mbps 325
Verizon Wireless Fixed Wireless 50 mbps 4 mbps 9
Radio Link Internet Fixed Wireless 30 mbps 10 mbps 332
T-Mobile Fixed Wireless 25 mbps 3 mbps 2
Verizon Wireless Mobile - 4G LTE n/a n/a n/a
AT&T Mobility Mobile - 5G-NR n/a n/a n/a
T-Mobile Mobile - 4G LTE n/a n/a n/a
HughesNet Satellite n/a n/a n/a
Starlink Satellite n/a n/a n/a
Viasat, Inc. Satellite n/a n/a n/a
Data from Minnesota Office of Broadband Development 10/31/2023

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Weather:

ALDEN WEATHER


Map:

Minnesota State Highway Map of the Alden Minnesota area
Minnesota State Highway Map of the Alden Minnesota area


Events:
Morin Lake Days

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Attractions:

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Recreation:
Oak View Golf Club
25177 665th Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 863-2288
Web: www.oakviewgc.com

The 9-hole "Oakview" course at the Oakview Golf Course facility in Alden, Minnesota features 3,002 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . The course rating is 37.3 and it has a slope rating of 125. Oakview golf course opened in 1969

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Oak View Golf Club, Alden Minnesota

Lakes:
Lake Name Size
(acres)
Lake info Lake Map Rec Map Topo Map
Morin 21

Health Care:
Mayo Clinic Health System Albert Lea
404 W Fountain Street
Albert Lea, MN 56007
Phone: (507) 373-2384
Web: www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org

Your healthcare needs always come first at our hospital and clinics in Albert Lea, Minnesota, whether you need preventive care or wellness support through family-based primary care, or need specialty care services. Our community-based providers, paired with the resources and expertise of Mayo Clinic, provide you with trusted care and recognized medical expertise close to home. If needed, your local provider can help you find the care you need one of our other locations or offer seamless referrals to Mayo Clinic.

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Albert Lea Medical Center
 
Schools:
Alden Public School
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3240
Fax: (507) 874-2747
Web: www.alden-conger.org

Grades:  PK-12
Students:  442

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Alden Public School, Alden Minnesota

Churches:
Alden United Methodist Church
201 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3724

Pastor:  Galen Spinler
Sunday Worship:  9:30 am

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Alden United Methodist Church, Alden Minnesota
Mansfield Lutheran Church - ELCA
14711 630th Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 294-3134

Pastor:  Don Rose
Sunday Worship:  10:30 am

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Mansfield Lutheran Church, Alden Minnesota
Redeemer Lutheran Church - ELCA
191 Water Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3343
Web: www.redeemeralden.com

Pastor:  Kristi Mitchell
Sunday Worship:  8:30 am

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Redeemer Lutheran Church, Alden Minnesota

Media:
Alden Advance Newspaper
150 E Main Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3440

Weekly newspaper published on Thursdays with a circulation of 692.

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Alden Advance Newspaper, Alden Minnesota

Motels:

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Resorts:

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Campgrounds:

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Businesses:
Alden Advance Newspaper
150 E Main Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3440

Weekly newspaper published on Thursdays with a circulation of 692.

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Alden Advance Newspaper, Alden Minnesota
Alden Fire Department
174 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3620

Alden Fire Dept. has 20 members that serve the 1250 residents in our 54 square mile district. We respond to medical, fire and rescue emergencies.

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Alden Fire Department, Alden Minnesota
Alden Mini Storage
220 N Star Road
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3405

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Alden Mini Storage, Alden, Minnesota
American Legion
151 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3679

The Alden American Legion is open to the public.

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American Legion, Alden Minnesota
Arnold's of Alden
110 N Star Road
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3400
Web: www.arnoldsinc.com

Arnold's is an authorized Case IH dealership serving our 7 Minnesota locations. We are proud to carry a large selection of new and pre-owned inventory. When you are ready to invest in your new tractor or other agricultural equipment, our friendly and knowledgeable staff are prepared to make sure your experience is outstanding. From assisting while you're making your choice to ongoing maintenance and customization, our staff is here to help. We value the opportunity to create a long-term relationship with our customers, and we do that by giving you the best customer service available.

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Arnold's of Alden Minnesota
Canine Pedigree
Broadway Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 383-3047
Web: www.caninepedigree.com

Canine Pedigree Inc. has released a new Pet Industry Software product re-marketed as DogOnWeb.com.  In addition to complete pedigree integration, this new software product manages all record keeping and automates key registry / USDA forms for our users.  The new product supports pictures for sires, dams, and puppies.  Document management is also included, allowing uses to attach copies of important documents for retrieval later if the originals are destroyed due to fire, flood, etc.  This new product also allows for Business to Business records transfers when doing business with other users. 

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Canine Pedigree, Alden, Minnesota

Canine Pedigree, Alden, Minnesota
Cenex - Expressway
105 N Star Road
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3767
Web: www.expresswaystores.com/alden-cenex

Expressway Co., Inc., is a family-owned business located in Southern MN.  We have proudly served the area with over 45 years of experience in the petroleum industry.

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Cowboy Clocks & Caning
160 N. Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 318-0707

Repair, buy, and sell Grandfather, Mantle, and Cuckoo clocks. I also repair, buy, and sell wicker chairs and rockers.

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Dave's Floor Refinishing
18306 620th Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 383-9052
Web: www.davesfloorrefinishing.com

Dave’s Floor Refinishing has 28 years of successful experience in the flooring business. Our work has included some of the oldest farm houses in the community and some of the finest homes in the area. Your finished project will bring you nothing but satisfaction. Gain peace of mind knowing that Dave, the owner, will be personally supervising and working on your flooring project.

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Dave's Hardwood Floor Refinishing, Alden, Minnesota
Emerald Exteriors
322 Main Street E
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 668-1983

Call Emerald Exteriors today for your roofing and siding needs. MN Lic #807165.

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Freeborn County Co-Op Oil Co
125 N Star Road
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3752
Web: www.freeborncountycoop.com

In business since 1925, we strive to be the area's leading propane, gas and diesel delivery service. We also offer c-store locations and cardtrol pumps across south central MN.

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Freeborn County Co-Op Oil Company
Gilbertson Trucking Inc
198 Mason Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3616

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Great Lawn Service
63743 190th Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3909
Web: www.glslawncare.com

Lawn care can be tricky. How do you make your lawn as green as your neighbor’s? How do you get rid of the weeds without killing your grass? When does it make sense to trim the shrubs? Who actually has time to do any of this? Whether your looking for green grass, lawn maintenance, or landscape lighting, we can help improve your curb appeal.

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Great Lawn Service, Alden, Minnesota
Hemmingsen's Transfer Inc
126 Euclid Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3160

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Hemmingsen's Transfer, Alden Minnesota
Hi Yield Products Inc
23282 620th Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3750

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Lakeside Auto Body
165 S Broadway Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 473-0490

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LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center
215 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3240

Web: www.alden-conger.org

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LeVerne Carlson Fitness Center, Alden, Minnesota
Morrison Well and Plumbing
67923 270th Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 863-2455
Web: www.morrisonwellandplumbing.com

For over 70 years, Morrison Well Co. proudly serviced southern Minnesota and northern Iowa's well water needs. Under new ownership in 2018, the company became Morrison Well and Plumbing. The addition of plumbing services allows Morrison Well & Plumbing to be your one call for all your water needs.

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Morrison Well and Plumbing, Alden, Minnesota
Nexus Cooperative
174 1st Avenue W
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3421
Web: www.nexus.coop

Nexus is a member-owned ag cooperative in northern Iowa and southern Minnesota with over a century of rich tradition. A team oriented organization, we understand what it takes to be successful and we believe growth for our organization and our members leads to opportunities. Our team of employees is specialized to meet the needs of our customer’s businesses and provide expert advice on products, services and trends within Agronomy, Energy, Feed, Grain and Lumber. As a local business, Nexus employs over 250 individuals who are rooted in their cooperative and community.

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Nexus Cooperative, Alden, Minnesota
Nutrien Ag Solutions
63025 150th Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 265-3251
Web: www.nutrienagsolutions.com

As the ag retailer of the future, our mission is to ensure grower profitability by offering unparalleled access to innovative solutions recommended by a local staff of trusted experts.

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Oak View Golf Club
25177 665th Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 863-2288
Web: www.oakviewgc.com

The 9-hole "Oakview" course at the Oakview Golf Course facility in Alden, Minnesota features 3,002 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36 . The course rating is 37.3 and it has a slope rating of 125. Oakview golf course opened in 1969

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Oak View Golf Club, Alden Minnesota
Precision Pork Producers Inc
64337 160th Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 265-3777

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Precision Septic Services
65497 170th Street
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 265-3965

Intermediate and basic Septic system design, installation, and inspection. Pumper, service provider. Excavating and trucking.

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R & R Furniture Floors & More
102 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3261

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R & R Furniture Floors & More, Alden Minnesota
Reindal Electric
150 S Broadway Avenue
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3863

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Salon Nee Cee
66852 County Road 46
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3939

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Security Bank Minnesota
195 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3363
Web: www.securitybankmn.com

When it comes to handling your money, you want someone you can trust. At Security Bank Minnesota, we have been building that trust for more than a century with competitive products and outstanding personal service. As an ESOP company – an employee-owned business -- Security Bank Minnesota offers much more than a typical bank. We are your neighbors, friends and family members. Like you, we share a strong commitment to the communities we serve.

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Security Bank Minnesota, Alden, Minnesota
Someday Isle
182 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 383-0794

A Trove of Trinkets, Trash-to-Treasure, Traditional & Truly unique items. An occasional store, open the second Friday and Saturday of each month, by Chance, by Pop Up, or by Appointment. "The Creative Exchange" has been added to the logo. It is a place to come and exchange ideas, supplies, conversations, books, and have a cup of coffee while you create and customize your home decor.

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Sparkling Image
102 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: (507) 874-3777
Web: www.sparklingimagedesigns.com

Signs/Banners - Decals - Invitations - Graphic Design - Apparel - Custom Bag Boards

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Sparkling Image, Alden, Minnesota
US Post Office
101 N Broadway
Alden, MN
56009-9700
Phone: (507) 874-3740
Toll Free: (800) ASK-USPS

Regular Business Hours:
Week Days       8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Saturday           8:00 am - 8:45 am

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Weathered Wagon
102 N Broadway
Alden, MN 56009
Phone: not available

Small town gift shop/boutique in Alden, Minnesota. The store offers a variety of school apparel for USC and Alden-Conger schools, and eventually she would like to add apparel for Albert Lea and Glenville-Emmons, as well.  Weathered Wagon also offers other apparel made by Sparkling Image, such as hats and shirts, along with a lot of children and baby gifts, including books, sippy cups and bracelets, as well as some home decor, candles, purses, drink ware, greeting cards, candles and other items.  She works with a few local makers who sell in the store, including Hannah Goette of Beans & Barley, who makes wooden signs; Abby Beyer with Sunset Stones, who makes bracelets; and Ginger P. Designs of Janesville, who makes greeting cards. 

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