Winsted Minnesota Map

About Winsted, Minnesota

Winsted is a locality in McLeod County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,181. The population density is 412.8 people per km². Winsted is located at 44.9639°N, 94.0475°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55395.

Winsted rests in a landscape shaped by glacial history, where the land rises and falls in gentle swells, a soft, rolling terrain that hints at the immense power that once sculpted it. It lies 24.9 miles west-north-west of Chaska, MN (from Chaska, MN: bearing 299°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Watertown. The fields here, a patchwork of greens and golds depending on the season, stretch towards horizons punctuated by the dark, sturdy silhouettes of distant trees. A quiet stillness often settles over Winsted, broken only by the murmur of wind through tall grasses or the distant hum of agricultural machinery, a sound that seems to echo the very pulse of the earth. The air itself carries a certain crispness, particularly in the mornings, a clean, invigorating breath that speaks of open skies and fertile soil. The story of Winsted is one of steady growth, deeply rooted in the agricultural bounty of McLeod County. For generations, the fertile ground has provided sustenance, with farming remaining a cornerstone of its local economy, evident in the neat rows of crops that define its surroundings. The presence of nearby lakes, such as the shimmering waters of Winsted Lake, offers a more tranquil aspect to the region, inviting quiet contemplation and recreation. This closeness to nature, coupled with a strong sense of community, has fostered a distinct character in Winsted, a place where the pace of life allows for a deeper appreciation of the simple rhythms of the day.

About This Winsted Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Winsted, Minnesota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.963852, -94.047472. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Winsted and McLeod County.

Detailed location data for Winsted includes the ZIP code (55395), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of McLeod County (Glencoe), and school district assignment (Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Winsted is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.