Brown County Map, Minnesota
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Brown County, Minnesota
In the heart of southern Minnesota lies Brown County. Farmland dominates the landscape, with corn and soybeans fields. The county seat is New Ulm, which boasts a rich German heritage.
You’ll find folks gathering at county fairs, high school football games, and neighborhood barbecues. The Minnesota River forms the county’s northern border. It’s about 100 miles southwest of Minneapolis.
Locals take pride in their strong sense of community. Despite its rural character, Brown County isn’t stuck in the past. It’s home to innovative businesses and a really nice arts scene.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Brown County |
| County Seat | New Ulm |
| Population | Approximately 24,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | New Ulm, Sleepy Eye, Springfield, Hanska, Cobden, Comfrey |
| Interstates and Highways | US 14, MN 4, MN 15, MN 68 |
| FIPS Code | 27-015 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 618 square miles (Land: 611 sq mi, Water: 7 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Nicollet County (Northeast), Blue Earth County (Southeast), Watonwan County (South), Cottonwood County (Southwest), Redwood County (West), Renville County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44.2448° N, 94.7250° W |
| Etymology | Named after Joseph Renshaw Brown, an early settler and legislator |
| Major Landmarks | Hermann Heights Park, Flandrau State Park, August Schell Brewery, Wanda State Wildlife Management Area |
| Website | Brown County Website |
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