Waseca County Map, Minnesota
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Waseca County, Minnesota
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 a key industry with the occasional dairy farm or small town.
The county seat is also named Waseca. It’s the kind of place where everybody knows everybody. You’ll find some of the friendliest folks here, always ready with a wave or a chat.
Summers are hot and humid, perfect for days at Clear Lake beach. The county’s got a bit of everything, from the serene Courthouse Park to the fairgrounds.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Waseca County |
| County Seat | Waseca |
| Population | Approximately 18,500 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Waseca, Janesville, New Richland, Waldorf, Otisco |
| Interstates and Highways | US 14, MN 13, MN 60, MN 83 |
| FIPS Code | 27-161 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 433 square miles (Land: 423 sq mi, Water: 10 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Rice County (Northeast), Steele County (East), Freeborn County (Southeast), Faribault County (Southwest), Blue Earth County (West), Le Sueur County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44.0138° N, 93.5877° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Dakota word “Waseca,” meaning “rich” |
| Major Landmarks | Clear Lake Park, Farmamerica, Waseca Water Park, Courthouse Park |
| Website | Waseca County Website |
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