Dodge Center, MN

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Population
2,951
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,293 ft
USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
Median Home Value
$197,600
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,012/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$93,884
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
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Located about twenty miles west of Rochester along Highway 14, Dodge Center offers quiet small-town living with an easy commute to the city. Home to nearly 3,000 residents, the community blends agricultural heritage with a strong local job market. Companies like McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing and McNeilus Steel provide steady employment, giving the town a solid industrial base alongside its peaceful residential neighborhoods.

Families are served by Triton Public Schools, which houses its elementary, middle, and high school facilities together on a single campus right in town. A walkable Main Street, local parks, and an active community library anchor everyday routines. With reliable local services, good schools, and quick access to Rochester’s healthcare and retail hubs, Dodge Center is an appealing option for anyone looking for a friendly, close-knit place to call home.

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