Nicollet ( ) is a city in Nicollet County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,143 at the 2020 census.
It is part of the Mankato—North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area.
U.S. Route 14 and Minnesota State Highways 99 and 111 are the three main arterial routes in the community. Nearby Swan Lake Wildlife Management Area is one of the most significant waterfowl breeding areas in the upper Midwest.
History
The city of Nicollet was named for Joseph Nicollet, a French explorer. A post office called Nicollet, along with the town of Nicollet, was established in 1858 by William A. Mills. Nicollet was platted on June 30, 1874 by James H. Stewart and Walter L. Brackenridge as a railroad town. Nicollet was incorporated in 1881.
Geography
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of , all land.
Demographics
left|thumb|Nicollet City Hall