Two options exist for obtaining certified copies of Vital Records occurred in the state of Minnesota: one of them is requesting them at the State office, and the second one is obtaining them through the County Recorder's Office, the Local Health Department or the city or town's Civil Registration office. Bear in mind that county offices generally provide faster processing times and more payment flexibility, since you may be able to obtain your records within one week, and may be provided the option to pay issuance fees by credit card, either by phone, fax or online.
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The Ramsey County Registrar of Vital Statistics provides you with birth, death, and marriage certificates. This Vital Records office may be reached through the telephone number or email address given below. It is also possible to order your vital records online through the official website of the County Vital Records office. To obtain a copy of a divorce decree, you will need to contact the Clerk of the Superior Court in the county where the divorce was granted. Death records are sometimes available only from a certain year onwards; this can be verified with the county recorder. Please note that official information is provided by government sites only, so contact information provided below may not be up to date. The Vital Records office in the County of Ramsey serves all of the following towns and cities in Minnesota:
- Arden Hills
- Falcon Heights
- Gem Lake
- Lauderdale
- Little Canada
- Maplewood
- Mounds View
- New Brighton
- North Oaks
- North St. Paul
- Roseville
- St. Paul
- Shoreview
- Vadnais Heights
- White Bear Lake
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Minnesota such as Hennepin County, Dakota County, Anoka County, Washington County, St. Louis County, then you can follow this link.
Ramsey County Vital Statistics
Ramsey County, Minnesota, is home to a population of approximately 550,000 residents. In terms of vital records information, the county has experienced around 8,000 births in a recent year, reflecting the ongoing growth of its communities. Meanwhile, there were 5,000 deaths, which, when combined with the birth statistics, showcases the natural demographic changes occurring within the area. Additionally, marriage statistics reveal that about 3,000 individuals entered into marriage during the same period, while the county saw about 1,500 divorces. The average life expectancy in Ramsey County is 80.1 years, indicating a healthy lifespan for its residents. Despite these positive numbers, there is an infant mortality rate of 5.2, which highlights the challenges that can still exist in maternal and infant health. For those interested in further exploring these statistics or obtaining specific birth and death records, the local vital records office offers a wealth of information.