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Quick Facts About Anoka County

  • Anoka County is the fourth most populated county in Minnesota and covers 440 square miles.
  • From 1990 to 2000, Anoka County grew at almost twice the rate of the rest of the state.
  • The number of housing units jumped by 25 percent from 1990 to 2000.
  • 84 percent of residents own their own home.
  • Anoka County residents have an average household income 30 percent higher than the statewide average.
  • 91 percent of adults in Anoka County have at least a high school diploma.
  • The median age of residents is 33 years.
  • In addition to the Mississippi and Rum Rivers, there are 125 lakes and 18 parks in Anoka County.
Map showing that much of Anoka County is within a 20 mile radius of Minneapolis and St. Paul
Much of Anoka County is within a 20 mile radius of downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. The southern tip of Anoka County borders the city of Minneapolis at 37th Ave NE.

page last updated - 05/17/2004
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