Minnesota Counties

Swift County is a small piece of western Minnesota that often flies under the radar. It’s just a couple hours west of the Twin Cities.

In the heart of central Minnesota lies Todd County. The county’s history is deeply rooted in agriculture, with plenty of dairy farms.

Traverse County is in the west bordering South Dakota. It’s sparsely populated, with fewer than 3,500 residents spread across the area.

Southeast Minnesota is home to Wabasha County. It’s where the Mississippi River flows wide and lazy. It’s not a big county in size.

In the heart of central Minnesota lies Wadena County. It’s not a flashy county, but it’s got soul. It has two state forests and agriculture.

Drive about an hour south of the Twin Cities and you’ll hit Waseca County, a patch of Minnesota that’s pure Midwest. Farming is key.

The St. Croix River forms the eastern border of Washington County, separating Minnesota from Wisconsin. Stillwater is the county seat.

Located in south-central Minnesota, Watonwan County is a place where small-town charm meets agricultural might. It’s not big.

Located in west-central Minnesota, Wilkin County is a place where the prairie meets the Red River Valley. It’s sparsely populated.

Winona County sits in the southeastern corner of Minnesota, hugging the Mississippi River. It’s a place with some seriously beautiful scenery.

Wright County is just northwest of the Twin Cities. It’s where the suburbs start to give way to farmland and lakes. This place is growing.

Southwest Minnesota is home to Yellow Medicine County. It’s named after the Yellow Medicine River, which flows through the area.