Total Population
20,798
Population
Growth Rate
0.70%
Median Age
40
Diversity Index
29.900
Forest Lake is a rapidly growing, attractive suburban community located in the northwestern corner of Washington County. The City is conveniently located off Highways 35E and 35W and is part of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. In addition to the beauty of our lakes, residents are fond of agricultural pursuits, the small-town feel and family-friendly amenities.
The City has a variety of facilities for youth and adult activities including a new sports center for hockey and skating, ball fields and 3 golf courses. The City hosts many parks with various amenities including a swimming beach, playgrounds, picnic facilities, hiking and biking trails, horseback riding facilities and snowmobile trails.
The City is home to the Forest Lake Area School District 831 which provides excellent teachers, challenging curriculum, technology, high standards and a safe learning environment. Forest Lake also offers several other private and public school options including the Lakes International Language Academy.
Forest Lake's greatest asset, however, is the people who live and work here. Hundreds of residents volunteer in City-sponsored programs and on various advisory boards; many more take an active role in community life by donating their time through City projects, local churches, schools, civic and youth groups, and other organizations.
We invite you to explore Forest Lake and discover the great opportunities that make us a truly remarkable City and why Forest Lake is As Good As It Sounds!
1408 Lake Street South
Forest Lake, MN 55025
Dan Undem
651-209-9727
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Total Population
20,798
Population
Growth Rate
0.70%
Median Age
40
Diversity Index
29.900
Households
8,348
Owner Occupied
5,860
Renter Occupied
2,488
Vacant
427
Median Household
$94,987 $106,230
Average Household
$123,651 $141,033
Per Capita
$49,642 $57,203
Total Businesses
730
Total Employed
9,349
Workers 16+
11,089
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
114
Employed
2,483
2024 General Merchandise Businesses
Businesses
8
Employed
1,019
2024 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
53
Employed
991
2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
48
Employed
945
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
21
Employed
915
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
58
Employed
906
Average Commute Time
27 min.
Resident Commuters
4,961
Non-Resident Commuters
5,934
Drive Alone
8,492
Carpooled
676
Public
178
Work At Home
1,453
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