Paxton, MN is a small city located in southwest Minnesota. It has an estimated population of 683 people, and a population density of 15 people per square mile. The city is known for its friendly atmosphere and a variety of activities. Local businesses include Paxton Supermarket, Sandy’s Cafe & Bakery, and Paxton Hardware. Year-round outdoor activities include fishing at nearby lakes, biking on the various trails around the area, golfing at local courses, and camping in the surrounding nature preserves. Other organizations like the Paxton Library Community Center provide locals with various resources like books and technology resources. Sporting events such as football games are also popular within the community during fall season.
The population in Paxton is 683. There are 19 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Paxton is 40.8, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Paxton is 2.6, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Paxton
- 50.7% are married
- 11.3% are divorced
- 22.8% are married with children
- 18.8% have children, but are single
Race in Paxton
- 57.9% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 1.7% are Asian
- 30.3% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 1.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 8.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander