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Clarks Grove, MN

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Population
682
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,313 ft
Median Home Value
$123,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$845/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$73,750
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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About Clarks Grove

Clarks Grove is a quiet southern Minnesota town of about 700 people in Freeborn County. Situated right along Interstate 35, it sits just ten minutes north of Albert Lea, giving residents an easy commute to regional jobs, healthcare, and shopping while keeping daily life peaceful. The residential streets are calm, surrounded by open farmland and the steady rhythm of a classic Midwestern agricultural community.

The town has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s, when Danish American farmers established one of Minnesota's earliest cooperative creameries here. That tradition of neighbors working together still shapes the local culture today. It remains a friendly, grounded place where people know the folks next door, making it a great option for anyone looking for small-town affordability with quick highway access to nearby cities.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0rating

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