Minnesota

Redwood

15,425
2020 population
1870
first census record
16
census records

About Redwood

Redwood, Minnesota, first appears in the United States federal census in 1870, when it recorded a population of 1,829. At the most recent census, in 2020, its population stood at 15,425.

Its recorded population peaked at 22,290 in 1940, and has since declined by roughly 31 percent.

On the ground today, 6 documented military engagements have been recorded within the county, among them Milford Massacre — Dakota War (August 18, 1862), Battle of Wood Lake – Dakota War, Captain Marsh Ambush at Redwood Ferry, and 22 places are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Population by decade

Census YearPopulationChart
202015,425
201016,059
200016,815
199017,254
198019,341
197020,024
196021,718
195022,127
194022,290
193020,620
192020,908
191018,425
190017,261
18909,386
18805,375
18701,829
Source

Population data from the United States decennial census, U.S. Census Bureau (public domain).

Battles & engagements in Redwood

Military engagements that took place in Redwood, Minnesota.

Milford Massacre — Dakota War (August 18, 1862)
1862
Battle of Wood Lake – Dakota War
1862
Captain Marsh Ambush at Redwood Ferry
1862
Redwood Ferry Ambush
1862
Redwood Ferry Ambush — Dakota War Opening (August 18, 1862)
1862
Dakota War – Battle of Wood Lake
1862

Historic places in Redwood

National Register of Historic Places listings in Redwood, Minnesota.

Lower Sioux Agency
Morton
City Blacksmith Shop
Lamberton
St. Cornelia's Episcopal Church
Morton
Milroy State Bank Building
Milroy
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Frequently asked about Redwood

When does Redwood first appear in the US census?
Redwood, Minnesota first appears in the federal census in 1870, with a recorded population of 1,829.
What is the population of Redwood?
At the most recent federal census (2020), Redwood had a recorded population of 15,425.
When did Redwood's population peak?
Redwood's recorded population peaked at 22,290 in 1940.
Were any battles fought in Redwood?
6 documented military engagements took place in Redwood, including Milford Massacre — Dakota War (August 18, 1862), Battle of Wood Lake – Dakota War, Captain Marsh Ambush at Redwood Ferry.
How many historic places are in Redwood?
22 sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places in Redwood, Minnesota.
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