Tiny towns in Minnesota. Did you know there's a town with a population of just 5 people? Discover the charm of Minnesota's tiniest towns!

Minnesota’s Tiniest Towns: From Population 181 To Population 5!

Did you know there’s a town with a population of just 5 people? Discover the charm of Minnesota’s tiniest towns! 🏡 #Minnesota #SmallTowns #TravelMinnesota

Funkley, Minnesota – Everyone knows the Land of 10,000 Lakes for Minneapolis and St. Paul, but it’s also home to plenty of tiny towns. These cute communities are all worth exploring, so let’s zero in on the smallest of the small in Minnesota. From Warba to Funkley, these towns might be little, but they’re big on charm.

10. Warba, MN – Population: 181

Nestled in Itasca County, Warba is a cozy spot with a post office, a store, and plenty of outdoor fun like hunting and fishing.

9. McGrath, MN – Population: 78

Up in Aitkin County, McGrath is a quiet place, just a stone’s throw from Mora.

8. Vining, MN – Population: 75

Vining, located on Highway 210 in Otter Tail County, is famous for its quirky sculptures.

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7. Gully, MN – Population: 66

Tucked away in Polk County, Gully is a hidden gem near some great wildlife areas.

6. Whalan, MN – Population: 62

Situated along the Root River in Fillmore County, Whalan is a peaceful spot not far from Rochester.

5. Hazel Run, MN – Population: 61

In the western part of the state, Hazel Run is a small but scenic town in Yellow Medicine County.

4. Dovray, MN – Population: 56

Dovray is a quaint town in Murray County, perfect for a quiet getaway.

3. Louisburg, MN – Population: 46

Louisburg, in Lac qui Parle County, is so small you might miss it if you blink!

2. Johnson, MN – Population: 28

Nestled in Big Stone County, Johnson is a tiny town with a big heart.

1. Funkley, MN – Population: 5

And the winner of the ‘Smallest City in Minnesota’ title is Funkley! With just 5 residents, it’s got a bar and not much else.

Conclusion

So there you have it, the ten smallest towns in Minnesota. They may be small in size, but they’re big on character. And if you think we missed a spot or two, let us know in the comments.

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  1. Pennington, MN located in Northern Minnesota in Beltrami County has a population of 52. The Scenic Store has everything under one roof! You can send Mail. Buy ale, purchase bait, find a mate?! So much more, come out and check out the store!

  2. Hi Joanne! Thanks for reading and commenting. We’ll have to do a feature article about Pennington one of these daze! We love exploring Beltrami County… thanks for the tip! And we agree… this sounds great: purchase bait, find a mate, all in the BEST state! 😉