Watkins, MN is a small town located in Meeker County in the central part of Minnesota. It has a population of just over 500 people, with an area of 0.7 square miles. Despite its size, Watkins, MN has consistently received high rankings from BestPlaces for its quality of life. The city ranked within the top twenty percent of cities across the United States for cost of living and their public schools have earned an A+ rating. With low crime rates and plenty of locally owned businesses to choose from, Watkins offers residents all the amenities one would expect from a larger town while still maintaining its small-town charm.
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