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Information on Forest Lake, Washington

MapLocation markerWelcome to our dedicated page for Forest Lake, located in the state of Minnesota, Washington . Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Forest Lake, Washington .

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.


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Forest Lake City HALL, Washington

Forest Lake City Hall's addressForest Lake Forest Lake Municipal Building
220 Lake St N

Forest Lake MN 55025
United States
Phone number of Forest Lake City Hall+1 651-464-3550
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Forest Lake official websiteci.forest-lake.mn.us
Mayor of Forest Lake
Washington , Minnesota: Vital Records Forest Lake vital records
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Common questions about Forest Lake

What county is Forest Lake in?

Forest Lake, is located in Washington County

Where is Forest Lake, Minnesota ?

Forest Lake lies in Washington and Anoka counties. Geographically, it is situated in the northern part of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area in the state of Minnesota, USA. It is approximately 27 miles northeast of downtown Minneapolis and 20 miles north of Saint Paul.

What is the cost of living in Forest Lake ?

The cost of living in Forest Lake, Minnesota (Washington County) is relatively affordable. The median home price is around $350,000, with average monthly rent at approximately $1,200. Grocery prices are slightly below the national average, while transportation costs are similar to other suburban areas. Overall, it offers a reasonable living expense.

Forest Lake building department,

If you are planning construction or renovation projects in Forest Lake, MN, you'll need to obtain the necessary permits to ensure compliance with local regulations. The City of Forest Lake handles all permit requests through its Building Department, located in the city offices. To get started, you should visit or contact the department directly for detailed information on application procedures, associated fees, and processing times. This will help streamline your project planning and ensure you meet all requirements specific to Forest Lake.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Forest Lake's town hall or Washington authorities directly.

Demography of Forest Lake

Name of Forest Lake inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population6 798 inhabitants /
Population density in Forest Lake191,3 pop/sq mi (73,9 pop/km²)

Forest Lake City () statistics

Forest Lake Median household income$78,250
Forest Lake Poverty rate5.2%
Forest Lake Unemployment rate3.9%
Forest Lake Educational attainment92.5%

Air quality

Forest Lake Air Quality Today17 (Good)

List of Passport Facilities in Forest Lake,

Where to apply for a passport in Forest Lake, ? There are 2 passport offices in Forest Lake, try one of these:
Name Street Phone number
USPO - FOREST LAKE78 6TH AVE. SW6514641353
WASHINGTON COUNTY SERVICE CENTER19955 FOREST ROAD NORTH6512757200

Top 3 most popular banks in Forest Lake

There are 6 bank branches in Forest Lake.
Lake Area Bank is the most popular bank in Forest Lake with 1 branch offices, followed by MidWestOne Bank with 1 branch offices and then Security State Bank of Marine with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Forest Lake:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Lake Area Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
MidWestOne Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Security State Bank of Marine1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TCF National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
U.S. Bank National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Forest Lake administrative numbers

Forest Lake City code2721770
Forest Lake City postcode55025 (Another town has the same postcode)

Transportation modes in Forest Lake

Airport
L.O. Simenstad Municipal Airport 14.1 miles
New Richmond Regional Airport 22 miles
St. Paul Downtown Airport 22.3 miles

Forest Lake territory

Forest Lake area35,54 sq mi (92,05 km²)
Forest Lake altitude961 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 45.2507
Longitude: -92.9668
Latitude: 45° 15' 3'' North
Longitude: 92° 58' 0'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Natural parks

What is Forest Lake close to?

Nearby cities include: Columbus, Hugo, Wyoming and Chisago City
ColumbusColumbusChisago City
ColumbusNeighbouring townsHugo
CentervilleHugoHugo
Columbus 4.2 milesHugo 6 milesWyoming 6.2 miles
Chisago City 7.1 milesCenterville 7.4 milesScandia 7.8 miles
Lino Lakes 8.4 milesStacy 8.8 milesMarine on St. Croix 10.1 miles
Dellwood 10.5 milesHam Lake 11.1 milesCircle Pines 11.1 miles
Lindstrom 11.2 milesGrant 12 milesCenter City 12.4 miles
North Oaks 12.4 milesMahtomedi 12.5 milesLexington 12.7 miles
Blaine 12.9 milesWhite Bear Lake 13 milesBirchwood Village 13.2 miles

Distance between Forest Lake and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1553 milesHouston : 1078 milesPhiladelphia : 975 miles
Phoenix : 1297 milesSan Antonio : 1134 milesSan Diego : 1548 miles
Dallas : 885 milesSan Jose : 1588 milesJacksonville : 1200 miles
Indianapolis : 514 miles closestSan Francisco : 1632 milesAustin : 1066 miles
Columbus : 625 milesFort Worth : 894 milesCharlotte : 943 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Forest Lake,

Elementary schools in Forest Lake

Central Montessori Elementary

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 110

Columbus Elementary

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 6
Students : 377

Early Childhood Special Education

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : PK
Students : 122

Forest Lake Elementary

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 4, Highest grade : 6
Students : 376

Forest View Elementary

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 3
Students : 441

Lakes International Language Academy

District of Lakes International Language Academy
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 666

Middle schools in Forest Lake

LILA Annex

District of Lakes International Language Academy
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 5
Students : 79

North Lakes Academy

District of North Lakes Academy
Lowest grade : 5, Highest grade : 8
Students : 181

High schools in Forest Lake

Forest Lake Senior High

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1475

North Lakes Academy 56

District of North Lakes Academy
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 215

Step

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 10, Highest grade : 12
Students : 36

Alternative schools in Forest Lake

Century Junior High

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 9
Students : 821

Forest Lake Area Learning Center

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 86

Lakes International Language Academy-Headwaters

District of Lakes International Language Academy
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 12
Students : 277

Southwest Junior High

District of Forest Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 7, Highest grade : 9
Students : 733

Private schools in Forest Lake

St Peter Elementary School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 6
Students : 254