About Anoka County 

Andover 

The city of Andover is an exciting place to live, work, and enjoy the scenic rural atmosphere of a growing suburban community. With a population exceeding 30,000, Andover is no longer the best-kept secret of Anoka County. Predominantly a residential community, Andover has abundant parks, trails, and recreational areas. The City is located 20 miles north of Minneapolis, where a cosmopolitan mix of activities exist. 

Anoka 

Anoka is a quiet little suburb with a population of 18,000 and it is less than 20 miles northwest of the Twin Cities. The Rum River flows through the middle, while the Mississippi provides its southern border. The Community enjoys river activities as well as numerous parks & recreational sites. The residential and commercial population continue to grow providing a healthy community and economic base. 

Blaine 

With a population of 51,000 and only 12 minutes from Minneapolis, Blaine is a larger community with a small town feel. This 34-square-mile area is a booming business and residential community and it is one of the metro area's largest suburbs. Blaine is also the home of Minnesota's Olympic-class facility; the National Sports Center (NSC), an athletic facility designed for training, competition, and accommodating a variety of activities and events. Bringing in over 3 million people each year, it showcases the Schwann's Super Rink, four Olympic sized ice sheets under one roof, and the NCC hosts the USA Cup, the world's fourth largest youth soccer tournament. Blaine is also home to the TPC of the Twin Cities, a private 18-hole professional golf course, designed and owned by the PGA. This course is home to the 3M Champion's Tour held each August. 

Centerville 

Centerville is a quiet little town with a population of 3,600. Situated on 1,597 acres on the shores of two lakes (Centerville & Peltier), residents enjoy a neighborly atmosphere uncommon in many of today’s suburbs. Centerville is only a 20 minute drive to St. Paul.

Columbia Heights 

With a population of 18,600, this well-established first-ring suburb is located just outside of St. Paul/Minneapolis. Its location affords residents and businesses easy access to the Twin Cities via the nearby freeway system and two major highways.  

Coon Rapids 

With a population of 62,000 and a 14 minute drive to the Twin Cities, this community is perfect for commuters. The City of Coon Rapids offers an abundant amount of commercial, office, and industrial opportunities. An active, growing community with excellent access to Hwy 10 & 610, this dynamic community features fabulous shopping centers with major retail anchors, extensive office space choices, and land/buildings for sale or lease. 

Fridley 

The city of Fridley is committed to building for its future through careful, comprehensive planning and the fostering of solid economic growth. The city already has an expanding base of business and industry, and in recent years has become a center for high technology firms. Sound financial management, favorable tax rates, AA-1 bond rating, and development incentives add to its desirability as a business location. Fridley has a population of 27,000 and is only 9 miles from Minneapolis. 

Ham Lake 

Ham Lake’s population is 14,000 and is only a 20 minute drive to Minneapolis. It is a growing community on the outer ring of the Twin Cities area. Residents and businesses enjoy a rural setting with large lots and convenient access to the amenities of the area. 

Lino Lakes 

Lino Lakes is a growing community of 18,000 and is just 20 minutes north of both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. With thirteen lakes, a 3,000-acre regional park reserve, and numerous city parks and trails guarantee the area will maintain its natural settings and wildlife habitat. The community of Lino Lakes also offers lots to businesses in the area. With economic development efforts taking place in the past several years, there has been a substantial increase in new businesses. With freeway access and visibility from 35W and 35E, this growing community has three business parks that promote the growth of businesses in the area.  

Oak Grove 

Oak Grove is a close knit community of 7,500 on the Northern tip of Anoka County. The rural setting is perfect for hobby farming or enjoying a large scenic lot. It boasts Lake George Regional Park and Beach, The Refuge Golf Club, and The Ponds Golf Course and it is also home of the annual Acorn Days Celebration.  

Ramsey 

The City of Ramsey is a northwestern Twin Cities metropolitan city that has much to offer businesses, residents, and visitors. Ramsey is currently involved in developing an exciting transit oriented project called Ramsey Town Center that will include housing, commercial, office, and mixed use elements. The City of Ramsey is bordered entirely on the south and east by the scenic beauty of the Mississippi and Rum Rivers. Many parks and an extensive trail system are readily accessible to residents, visitors, and the workforce. It has a population of 20,000 and is 25 miles to Minneapolis.