Moscow is a city located in Blue Earth County in the state of Minnesota, United States. It is part of the Mankato‑North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Geography
- Coordinates: 44°03′31″ N 94°02′14″ W.
- Total area: Approximately 0.25 square miles (0.65 km²), all land.
Demographics
- According to the 2020 United States Census, the population was 54 residents.
- The population density was about 216 people per square mile (83 people per km²).
History
- The community was platted in the early 1890s, coinciding with the development of railroad lines in the region.
- The name “Moscow” was selected by early settlers, reportedly in reference to Moscow, the capital of Russia, a naming practice not uncommon among American towns of the period.
Government
- Moscow is incorporated as a city and operates under the statutory city government structure of Minnesota, with a mayor‑council form of administration.
Economy and Infrastructure
- The city’s economy is primarily residential and agricultural, with many residents commuting to larger nearby communities such as Mankato for employment, education, and services.
- Transportation access includes County Road 23 and proximity to U.S. Highway 169, which connects the area to the broader regional highway network.
Education
- Public education for Moscow residents is provided by the Blue Earth School District, which serves several small communities in the county.
References
- United States Census Bureau, 2020 Decennial Census data.
- Minnesota Historical Society, place‑name origins and county histories.
All information presented reflects verified sources and does not include speculative content.
