Faribault County

Faribault County is an administrative division in southern Minnesota covering approximately 1,869 square kilometers with Blue Earth as its county seat. The landscape is dominated by farmland and agricultural operations spread across gently rolling terrain.

The county was established in 1855 and named after Jean-Baptiste Faribault, an early French trader who built important trading relationships in the region. Settlement and development followed the patterns of early European expansion across Minnesota.

Farming shapes how people live and work across the region, with fields of grain and livestock operations visible throughout. The agricultural way of life remains central to the community's identity and daily rhythm.

Interstate 90 and U.S. Route 169 pass through the area, providing direct access to larger towns and regional centers. Most locations are easily reached via these main highways, making navigation straightforward for visitors.

The region contains twelve incorporated towns and cities, with Blue Earth holding special geographic significance near Minnesota's southern border midpoint. This geographic distinction makes the town a notable reference point for travelers.

Location: Minnesota

Inception: February 20, 1855

Capital city: Blue Earth

Shares border with: Blue Earth County, Waseca County, Freeborn County, Winnebago County, Kossuth County, Martin County

Website: http://co.faribault.mn.us

GPS coordinates: 43.68000,-93.95000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:40