Minnesota Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Austin, Minnesota

Population: 21,907

Located in Mower County

Welcome to Austin, home of SPAMTOWN USA! You've probably heard of SPAM luncheon meat, and that Austin is home to Hormel Foods Corp., but you may not be aware of all there is to do and see here. Make sure to take some time to visit the Hormel Historic Home, Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, Mower County Historical Center and Hormel Foods Museum. Also, partake of the many activities that happen throughout our four colorful seasons. Biking, cross-country skiing, bowling, snowmobiling, baseball and softball are just a start of our recreational opportunities!

Austin's coldest month is January with a mean daily maximum of 17ºF. and a daily minimum of -2ºF. The hottest month is July with a mean daily maximum of 85ºF. and a mean daily minimum of 62ºF. Out average annual snowfall is 41 inches and the number of days between killing frosts is 159.

Austin Medical Center supplies complete medical services. Through the center, most major medical services are provided, including cardiac rehabilitation, chemical dependency, mental health, emergency care and impatient acute care. Specialty physicians include orthopedics, obstetrics/gynecology, urology, vascular surgery, dermatology, gastroenterology, neurology, ophthalmology, pediatrics and psychiatry. Patients requiring subspecialty medical services are referred to Mayo Clinic, just 40 miles away.

Austin Community Services, YMCA and health organizations supplement regular public health classes with health and fitness programs for all ages. For example, Early Childhood Family Education, a pilot program sponsored by Austin Community Services, instructs parents in nutrition, safety, first aid, massage, muscle and sensory development. The Parenting Resource Center Inc., provides whole-health family education lectures, group discussions and material to parents at all stages of their parenting life.