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Hawley, MN

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Population
2,285
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,154 ft
Median Home Value
$280,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$733/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$99,188
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Hawley

Hawley is a welcoming small town in western Minnesota, set along the Buffalo River about twenty-five minutes east of Fargo-Moorhead. With a population of around 2,200, it offers a peaceful prairie setting with a straightforward commute along Highway 10 for work or weekend trips. The community is best known as the birthplace of the Hjemkomst, a full-scale Viking ship built in a local warehouse that famously sailed across the Atlantic to Norway in 1982.

Hawley, Minnesota (1916)

Everyday life here revolves around well-regarded local schools, neighborhood parks, and a friendly, tight-knit community. Residents enjoy plenty of outdoor recreation, from the local golf course to hiking and camping at nearby Buffalo River State Park. A handful of local shops and diners cover daily needs, while Fargo provides regional healthcare, job markets, and entertainment just down the road. It makes an appealing home for anyone seeking a quieter pace within easy reach of the metro.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingRegional Two-Party Electoral BalanceA+99.8rating

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