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Yellow Medicine County is located in the southwestern part of the state of Minnesota. The county is known for its natural beauty, with numerous parks and outdoor recreational opportunities. Visitors can explore the Upper Sioux Agency State Park, which offers hiking, birdwatching, and historical exhibits. The Minnesota River Valley Scenic Byway runs through the county, providing stunning views of the river and surrounding landscape. History enthusiasts will appreciate the Granite Falls Historical Society Museum, showcasing the county's past. The annual Upper Sioux Community Pow Wow features traditional dance, music, and cultural celebrations, providing a glimpse into the area's indigenous heritage.

Yellow Medicine County (MN) Statistics

Number of cities/towns/villages20
Population9946
Area762 sq mi
Density13 /sq mi
Altitude1040 ft
Median Household Income$57,000
Poverty rate11%
Unemployment rate3.5%
Educational Attainment (Bachelor's Degree or higher)21%
Crime rate2200 /100,000 people

Environmental risk in Yellow Medicine County, MN

Overall riskVery Low
Expected Annual LossVery Low
Social VulnerabilityRelatively Low
Community ResilienceVery High
Avalanche RiskNot Applicable
Coastal Flooding RiskNot Applicable
Cold Wave RiskRelatively Moderate
Drought RiskRelatively Moderate
Earthquake RiskVery Low
Hail RiskRelatively Low
Heat Wave RiskRelatively Low
Hurricane RiskNot Applicable
Ice Storm RiskRelatively Low
Landslide RiskRelatively Low
Lightning RiskVery Low
Riverine Flooding RiskVery Low
Strong Wind RiskRelatively Moderate
Tornado RiskRelatively Low
Tsunami RiskNot Applicable
Volcanic Activity RiskNot Applicable
Wildfire RiskVery Low
Winter Weather RiskRelatively Moderate

Data obtained from the FEMA National Risk Index.

Yellow Medicine County administration contact details

Yellow Medicine County administration contact details Not available
County seat Granite Falls
Phone number (320) 564-5841
Official website https://www.co.ym.mn.gov
County auditor Ryan Krosch
County commissioner Gary Johnson

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Find below the complete list of cities and towns in Yellow Medicine County:

  • GRANITE FALLS

    Granite Falls is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -4 000 inhabitants.

  • CANBY

    Canby is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -2 000 inhabitants.

  • CLARKFIELD

    Clarkfield is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -1 000 inhabitants.

  • WOOD LAKE

    Wood Lake is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -500 inhabitants.

  • HANLEY FALLS

    Hanley Falls is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -500 inhabitants.

  • ECHO

    Echo is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -500 inhabitants.

  • PORTER

    Porter is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -500 inhabitants.

  • ST. LEO

    St. Leo is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -500 inhabitants.

  • HAZEL RUN

    Hazel Run is a City in Yellow Medicine county with -100 inhabitants.

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