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 Washington 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 Washington serves all of the following towns and cities in Minnesota:
- Afton
- Bayport
- Birchwood Village
- Cottage Grove
- Dellwood
- Forest Lake
- Grant
- Hugo
- Lake Elmo
- Lakeland
- Lakeland Shores
- Lake St. Croix Beach
- Landfall
- Mahtomedi
- Marine on St. Croix
- Newport
- Oakdale
- Oak Park Heights
- Pine Springs
- St. Marys Point
- St. Paul Park
- Stillwater
- Willernie
- Woodbury
- Scandia
If you need to get a certificate from a different county in Minnesota such as Hennepin County, Ramsey County, Dakota County, Anoka County, St. Louis County, then you can follow this link.
Washington County Vital Statistics
Washington County, Minnesota, is home to a population of approximately 760,000 residents. In recent statistics, the county recorded around 10,000 births and 6,000 deaths, contributing to an average life expectancy of 80.5 years. The dynamics of family formation in the area are reflected in its 4,000 marriages and 1,500 divorces each year. Additionally, the rate of infant mortality stands at 4.5, which is a critical measure of community health and access to care. These vital records information sources illustrate how Washington County is evolving over time, showcasing both its growth and the challenges it faces in health and family life. For those interested in more specific data regarding birth and death records or marriage statistics, we encourage you to explore the local vital records office for comprehensive insights.