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Dalton, MN

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Population
214
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,370 ft
Median Home Value
$106,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$755/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$68,659
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Dalton

Tucked away in Otter Tail County, Dalton offers quiet small-town living just a short drive from Interstate 94 and Fergus Falls. Founded in the late 1800s and named after early settler Ole C. Dahl, the community grew around local agriculture and the railroad. Today, it serves as a peaceful home base for people who want easy access to the surrounding lakes and regional jobs while enjoying a slower pace of life.

Dalton Opera House

The town's biggest highlight is the Lake Region Pioneer Threshermen’s Show, an annual tradition that brings the community together around vintage steam engines, antique tractors, historic buildings, and miniature train rides. Between its deep farming roots, nearby campgrounds, and quiet residential streets, Dalton is a great fit for anyone looking for a close-knit community in central Minnesota's lake country.

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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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