Cottage Grove, MN

Minnesota · Pierce County · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro

Cottage Grove is a mid-size city in Minnesota with a population of 40,124. Residents earn $121,452 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

40,124 Population 1,193/sq mi density

$121,452 Median Income $47,794 per capita

$359,600 Home Value $391,506 Zillow

$1,644 Median Rent 33.0% income on rent

46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

77 Violent Crime/100K 1,572 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$121,452 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$359,600 home value, $1,644/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

77 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)

Education

4.1 / 5.0

39.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $121,452

62% higher than US avg

Home Value $359,600

28% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 77/100K

80% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 39.3%

17% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,644

41% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.6%

2% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.7%

78% lower than US avg

How Cottage Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population40,124

Median Age36.8 yrs

Density1,193/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

A+

Median Income$121,452

Per Capita$47,794

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty2.7%

County GDP$1,545M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$359,600

Rent$1,644

Ownership88.4%

Zillow$391,506

Housing Units13,413

Rent Burden33.0%

Crime

Violent77/100K

Property1,572/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault21/100K

Burglary133/100K

Health

Obesity32.6%

Uninsured6.5%

Smoking11.6%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain33.3 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation892 ft (272 m)

Education

Bachelor's+39.3%

High School+95.4%

Graduate+10.4%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%

Commute25 min

Broadband94.9%

EV Stations2

Libraries5

Is Cottage Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cottage Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Cottage Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cottage Grove is $121,452, which is significantly higher than the national average / 62% above $75,149. This places Cottage Grove among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cottage Grove is $359,600, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,644 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Cottage Grove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,572 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cottage Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cottage Grove has a population of 40,124 with a density of 1,193 people per square mile, spread across 37.5 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.6% female and 50.4% male. The city is predominantly White (76.9%), with 5.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.1% of residents, while 10.9% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

40,124

Total Population

1,193

People / sq mi

36.8yrs

Median Age

5% below US avg

37.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%

Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cottage Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.1%

14% above US avg

Spanish 10.9%

19% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cottage Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cottage Grove is $121,452, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,794 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,024 business establishments, including 110 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 19.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cottage Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$121,452
	62% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$47,794
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$86,110
Gini Index	0.400 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,024
County GDP	$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants	110
Healthcare	78
Retail	97
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.6 min
Drive Alone	71.3%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	19.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cottage Grove is $359,600, 28% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,506. Homes sell for 100.7% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,644 (41% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 88.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 13,413 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $5,822 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$359,600
	28% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$391,506
Median List Price	$428,742

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$428,742
$/Sq Ft	$207
Homes Sold	44
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.7%
Price Drops	32.7%
Inventory	107

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,644
	41% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,876
Rent Burden	33.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$899
2 Bedrooms	$1,125
3 Bedrooms	$1,483
4 Bedrooms	$1,698

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	88.4%
Owner-Occupied	88.4%
Renter-Occupied	11.6%
Housing Units	13,413
Median Year Built	1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.62%

In Cottage Grove, 32.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 26.0% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 17.9% report binge drinking. 19.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 14.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662. The dentist ratio is 1:2,363. 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-21)

PM2.5

6.4

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

7.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

6.5

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

75.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.7

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

139.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Cottage Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.6%
	2% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	4.4%
High Blood Pressure	26.0%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	4.0%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.6%
	17% below US avg
Binge Drinking	17.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.0%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	14.8%
Physical Distress	9.6%
Short Sleep	26.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.8%
Uninsured	6.5%
	24% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,662
Dentists	1:2,363
Mental Health	1:1,229
Checkup Rate	73.6%
Dental Visits	72.7%
Premature Death	5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	73.5%
Healthcare Facilities	78

Cottage Grove has a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 21.3 per 100,000, robbery at 13.3, rape at 42.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,572 per 100,000, 20% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,356, burglary at 133, vehicle theft at 83 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cottage Grove receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cottage Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	77.3/100K
	80% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	42.6/100K
Robbery	13.3/100K
Assault	21.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,571.9/100K
	20% below US avg
Burglary	133.2/100K
Theft	1,356.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	82.6/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	493
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cottage Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 892 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	892 ft (272 m)
Area	37.5 sq mi (97.1 km²)
Population Density	1,193/sq mi
Coordinates	44.8133°N, 92.9143°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Pierce County County
Nearest Airport	Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.3"

12% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.06"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.71"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	42.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	53.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Apr 25, 2017	Near Mankato, Minnesota	M2.8	111 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

487 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 54 fatalities, 1,199 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	47 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	55 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	38 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	66 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	41 km	6
May 6, 1965	EF4	49 km	0
May 21, 1957	EF4	85 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	97 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	77 km	1
May 25, 2008	EF3	42 km	1
May 15, 1998	EF3	90 km	0
Mar 29, 1998	EF3	98 km	0
Jul 1, 1997	EF3	93 km	0
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	31 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	58 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	34 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	28 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	68 km	0
May 24, 1958	EF3	38 km	0
Jun 23, 1952	EF3	71 km	2

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNITS 37 38 39 A (4,879 ac, 2003).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2003	UNITS 37 38 39 A	4,879	95 km
1998	UNITS 1617	4,649	100 km
2005	RX HFR 05	4,253	99 km
2007	WUI 07 - UNIT 36	4,025	94 km
2000	UNIT 25	3,412	94 km
2009	BU11	3,242	100 km
1997	BIG	2,987	97 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	52 km
2003	UNITS 34 33 W	2,637	95 km
1992	SHARPTAIL	2,288	95 km
2010	WUI 10 UNIT D	2,042	94 km
1996	UNNAMED	1,906	94 km
2009	UNIT 23 24 26	1,644	97 km
1995	ANTLER	1,603	94 km
2024	SNAKE TRAIL	1,496	88 km
1992	UNIT 25	1,460	95 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,280	95 km
2009	HFR 08 - UNIT 20	1,168	99 km
2006	UNIT 12 E	1,068	98 km
1993	HELITORCH	1,041	97 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	15°F (-10°C)	0.8 in	Coldest
February	19°F (-7°C)	0.7 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.6 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.8 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.3 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.3 in
November	33°F (0°C)	1.7 in
December	19°F (-8°C)	1.0 in

Cottage Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 15°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.7").

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Cottage Grove is located in Pierce County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 39.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.9% of the vote, a 16.8-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 78 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%

D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	493
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	39.3%
	17% above US avg
High School+	95.4%
Graduate Degree+	10.4%
School Test Score	6.08

A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,193/sq mi
Total Area	37.5 sq mi
County	Pierce County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.9%
Avg Download Speed	74.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	110
Retail Stores	97

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.6 min
Drive Alone	71.3%
Public Transit	0.8%
Work from Home	19.3%

Average costs for common services in Cottage Grove. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit	$345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit	$197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning	$128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling	$247 ($148–$394)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement	$197 ($99–$345)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair	$394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install	$6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair	$986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement	$8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense	$4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation	$493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation	$2,465 ($986–$4,930)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$148 ($74–$247)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$79 ($49–$128)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread	$3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb)	$0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$84 ($49–$148)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$197 ($99–$394)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pierce County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,700	57	$62,948	1.97
Accommodation & Food Services	1,189	105	$19,302	1.24
Retail Trade	1,054	89	$29,516	1.00
Health Care & Social Assistance	799	145	$39,246	0.53
Construction	453	98	$69,525	0.82
Wholesale Trade	360	46	$65,780	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	269	99	$60,169	0.37
Transportation & Warehousing	263	42	$70,918	0.59
Finance & Insurance	235	51	$67,315	0.55
Arts & Entertainment	190	22	$19,534	1.08
Other Services	179	59	$39,019	0.57
Administrative & Waste Services	169	39	$38,039	0.27
Utilities	63	4	$100,605	1.58
Real Estate	51	23	$62,897	0.31
Educational Services	47	9	$19,822	0.22
Information & Technology	47	14	$84,420	0.24
Management of Companies	16	7	$134,151	0.09

Schools in Cottage Grove

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Park High School	High	1,938	55	35.2:1
OLTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	969	25	38.8:1
COTTAGE GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	924	37	25.0:1
GREY CLOUD ELEMENTARY	Elementary	763	48	15.9:1
PINE HILL ELEMENTARY	Elementary	530	32	16.6:1
HILLSIDE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	425	33	12.9:1
COTTAGE GROVE ELEMENTARY	Elementary	424	27	15.7:1
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY	Elementary	418	34	12.3:1
ARMSTRONG ELEMENTARY	Elementary	322	29	11.1:1

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Radio Stations near Cottage Grove

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio K - Real College Radio (KUOM)	"radio k", college radio	MP3 256 kbps
AM 950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
MPR Classical Piano	classical piano	MP3 128 kbps
MPR Classical 24/7	classical baroque, classical music	MP3 128 kbps
Jazz 88 Minneapolis KBEM	jazz, traffic	AAC 95 kbps
Twin Cities News Talk	news, talk	AAC
Cities 97.1	adult album alternative, hot adult contemporary	AAC
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 kbps
KMOJ-HD2 The Ice	minneapolis, urban contemporary	AAC 64 kbps
b3cks-radio	beats, chillhop	MP3 192 kbps
Radio K	campus, college	MP3 256 kbps
KFAN FM Sports	sports	AAC
Carbon Sound	afrobeats, electronica	MP3 128 kbps
The Current - 89.3 KCMP Minnesota Public Radio	minneapolis, minnesota public radio	AAC+ 48 kbps
91.7 WMCN	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
KFXN 100.3	sports	AAC
Radio Rey 630 AM	regional mexican	AAC+ 32 kbps
KFAI	community, fresh air	MP3 192 kbps
OCABS Radio	christian orthodox, christian preaching	MP3 64 kbps
KSJN	—	MP3 128 kbps
Kool 108	the best of 80's, the best of 90's	AAC 24 kbps
AM 1280 The Patriot	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
Jazz88.FM	—	AAC 95 kbps
98.5 KTIS	christian contemporary	MP3 96 kbps
101.3 KDWB	—	UNKNOWN
Affirm Southern Gospel Radio	southern gospel	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Cottage Grove

1 campgrounds found near Cottage Grove.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Lower St. Croix District	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Cottage Grove

24 national parks and monuments found near Cottage Grove.

Park	Type	Fee
Afton State Park	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Fort Snelling State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
Kinnickinnic State Park	State Park	Free
Luce Line Trail	State Park	Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Moon Lake Park	State Park	Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Off-Leash Dog	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Rice Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
Sakatah Lake State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Ground	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Wild River State Park	State Park	Free
William O'Brien State Park	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Cottage Grove

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	35,374	$81,622
2015	35,752	$83,181
2017	36,719	$90,337
2019	37,617	$102,039
2021	39,926	$108,887
2023	42,108	$121,452

Museums in Cottage Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF ASMAT ART	ART MUSEUM		6519625512	$374,129,882
JOHNSON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$138,397,769
OLSON GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$138,397,769
CATHERINE G. MURPHY	GENERAL MUSEUM		6316906644	$125,870,347
MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5074267888	$84,301,951
CONCORDIA GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$53,884,877
MUSEUM OF QUESTIONABLE MEDICAL DEVICES	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM		6512219444	$39,576,193
SCIENCE MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	120 WEST KELLOGG BOULEVARD	6512219444	$39,576,193
ORDWAY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS	ART MUSEUM			$16,265,700
MINNESOTA CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		6512256000	$8,738,872
MINNESOTA LANDMARKS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512923225	$2,409,817
COMO ZOO AND CONSERVATORY SOCIETY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		6514878201	$2,353,689
SCHUBERT CLUB MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6512923267	$2,340,977
PHIPPS CNTR FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		7153862305	$1,936,122
MINNESOTA MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART	ART MUSEUM		6512661030	$861,507
RAMSEY COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512220701	$826,649
PRESERVATION ALLIANCE OF MINNESOTA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512939047	$708,497
MINNESOTA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6512280263	$695,109
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514395956	$609,372
NORTH STAR SCOUTING MEMORABILIA	GENERAL MUSEUM		6517482880	$279,526
DAKOTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6515527548	$249,379
TWIN CITY MODEL RAILROAD CLUB	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6516479628	$215,947
MAPLEWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2170 COUNTY ROAD D E	6517488645	$94,155
ST CROIX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7153862654	$56,739
DENMARK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514367639	$49,734
FARMINGTON AREA VETERANS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$39,909
CONCEIVE BELIEVE ACHIEVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517700115	$1,100
ABBEY WEED GREY GALLERY FUND	ART MUSEUM
AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6076391110
ALEXANDER RAMSEY HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512968760
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6514556942
COMO PARK ZOO & CONSERVATORY	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	1225 ESTABROOK DRIVE
DARVAN ACRES NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
DODGE NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	365 MARIE AVE WEST	6514554531
EIGHTH AIR FORCE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 131208	6517024612
FITZGERALD IN SAINT PAUL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512533231
GORDON PARKS�GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
HMONG ARCHIVES	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6516215469
INVER HILLS ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6514503000
IRISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
JAMES J. HILL HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	240 SUMMIT AVENUE	6512972555
JULIAN H SLEEPER HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6512251505
LITTLE CANADA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517664029
MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6512492170
MIDWEST RAILWAY INSTITUTE AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MILITARY VEHICLE AND ARMS MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA	GENERAL MUSEUM		7756717500
MINNESOTA AIR & SPACE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MINNESOTA AVIATION HISTORY AND EDUCATION CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
MINNESOTA CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517797659
MINNESOTA'S MUSEUM METROPOLIS	GENERAL MUSEUM		6517667366
MUSEUM OF TRANSPORTAITON	GENERAL MUSEUM
NORTH SAINT PAUL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517472432
OAKDALE LAKE ELMO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKDALE VETERANS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4046965742
ROSEMOUNT AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROSEMOUNT VETERANS MEMORIAL WALK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	14450 SOUTH ROBERT TRAIL	6513535411
ROSEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514902200
ROSEVILLE'S HARRIET ALEXANDER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6514152161
SIBLEY HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1357 SIBLEY MEMORIAL HIGHWAY (HWY 13)
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA	GENERAL MUSEUM
TRAINS AT BANDANA	GENERAL MUSEUM		6516479628
VASA MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6512584281
WELCOME & HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	233 BROAD ST N	7152623284

Libraries in Cottage Grove

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY	90 WEST FOURTH STREET	1,951,938
DAKOTA COUNTY LIBRARY	1340 WESCOTT ROAD	1,830,334
WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY	8595 CENTRAL PARK PLACE	801,038
STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY	224 THIRD STREET NORTH	123,995
HUDSON AREA JOINT LIBRARY	700 1ST ST.	122,476
SOUTH SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY	106 3RD AVENUE N	82,000
BAYPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	582 N 4TH STREET	38,824
PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY	800 BORNER ST. N.	36,803
LAKE ELMO PUBLIC LIBRARY	3537 LAKE ELMO AVENUE N, SUITE 130	11,650

Farmers Markets in Cottage Grove

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Aldrich Arena Farmers Market	1850 White Bear Ave.				Visit
Bayport Farmers Market					Visit
Downtown Farmerington Farmers Market	109 Spruce Street				Visit
East St. Paul Farmers Market	Payne and Sims Avenue
Falcon Heights Farmers Market	2025 Larpenteur Ave.				Visit
Hudson Farmers Market on Carmichael	504 Frontage Road	06/21/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Inver Grove Heights Farmers Market	Veterans Memorial Community Center parking lot
Jackson Plaza Farmers Market	375 Jackson Street
Mahtomedi Area Farmers' Market	93 Mahtomedi Avenue	June 25, 2011 to September 24, 2011	Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;		Visit
Oakdale Farmers Market	Oakdale Parks & Recreation Department
Rosemount Farmers Market	13885 South Robert Trail
Seventh Place Farmers Market	7th Place
Seventh Place Mall Market	St. Peter & Wabasha St.				Visit
Signal Hill Farmers Market	Signal Hills Shopping Center				Visit
St. Luke's Farmers Market	St. Luke's Church, Summit & Lexington St.				Visit
St. Paul Farmers Market	290 5th Street E	04/30/2016 to 11/20/2016	Sat: 6:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Stillwater Farmers Market	3rd & Pine Street, Riverview Parking Lot	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;
Woodbury Farmers Market	Central Park/YMCA lot, Radio Drive				Visit

Hotels in Cottage Grove

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Country Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Cottage Grove

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Carbone's Pizzeria

Cassini's Pizza

Ho King Restaurant

Cafes in Cottage Grove

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Starbucks

Clinics in Cottage Grove

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alina Health

DaVita Dialysis

Dentists in Cottage Grove

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gentle Dentistry

Veterinaries in Cottage Grove

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cottage Grove Animal Hospital

Gas Stations in Cottage Grove

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday

Banks in Cottage Grove

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ashland Credit Union

Merchant's Bank

Wells Fargo

Gyms in Cottage Grove

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orangetheory Fitness

Snap Fitness

Whenever Fitness

Golf Courses in Cottage Grove

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

River Oaks Golf Course

Breweries in Cottage Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
American Sky Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	1510 Swasey St	6515033165
Bugeater Brewery	Brewery	828 Northview Park Rd
Flat Earth Brewery	beer & beverages, breweries & brew pubs, bar & grill restaurants, shop, retail, auto repair, a, glas	2035 Benson Ave	6.52E+09	Visit
Flat Earth Brewing Company	Brewery	688 Minnehaha Ave E	6516981945	Visit
Joseph Wolf Brewery Cave Tours	Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Tour	402 S Main St	6514300560
Lift Bridge Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery, Tours, Brewery Tours	1900 Tower Dr W	8884302337, 18884302337	Visit
Minnesota Brewing Co	Saint Paul, MN, Beverages, Malt Beverages, Saint Paul Brewers	882 7th St W	6512289173
Minnesota Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	822 W 7th St	6512289173
Northern Brewer Homebrewing	retail, retail other, St Paul > Alcoholic Beverages, Brewing Supplies, Wine Making Supplies, Web Se	1150 Grand Ave		Visit
Pitchfork Brewing	Bars, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Brewery	709 Rodeo Dr	7152453675	Visit
Schmidt Organic Water - Schmidt's Brewery	Brewery West Seventh	7th St W
Sidhe Brewing Company	Brewery Payne - Phalen	652 Jenks Ave	6124241534	Visit
The Flame Bar	Dive Bar and Brewery	80 Mahtomedi Ave
Tin Whiskers Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries	125 E 9th St	16513304734
Vine Park Brewing Co.	Brewery	1254 7th St W	6512281355	Visit

Stadiums & Teams in Cottage Grove

Team	League	Division
Minnesota Wild	NHL	Central

Pharmacies in Cottage Grove

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
COTTAGE GROVE PHARMACY	8611 WEST POINT DOUGLAS ROAD SOUTH	651-241-0420
CUB - 1613	8690 EAST POINT DOUGLAS ROAD	651-459-7324
TARGET	8655 EAST POINT DOUGLAS ROAD SOUTH	651-458-8219
WALGREENS - 6057	7135 EAST POINT DOUGLAS ROAD SOUTH	651-459-7015

EV Charging Stations in Cottage Grove

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Goodwill	7375 Hardwood Ct	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
HY VEE COTTAGE GROVE E	7280 E Point Douglas Rd S	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
HY VEE COTTAGE GROVE W	7280 E Point Douglas Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Cottage Grove

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
HAMPTON 1.1 MILES SOUTH OF SR - 50 0.1 MILE WEST OF US -52	TOWER	55

Fire Stations in Cottage Grove

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
City of Cottage Grove	8641 80TH ST S	Mostly volunteer			651-458-2850

Power Plants Near Cottage Grove

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
COTTAGE GROVE CSG, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-92.9	OP
COTTAGE GROVE PROJECT CSG	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-92.9	OP
CGSUN, LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-92.9	OP
LSP-COTTAGE GROVE LP	NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE	221112	-92.9	OP

Bridges in Cottage Grove

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	208	12,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1982	208	12,150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1958	178	7,253	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2011	97	790	F

Amtrak Stations in Cottage Grove

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN	240 Kellogg Boulevard East	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Cottage Grove

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
3M COMPANY	2501 HUDSON RD	RAMSEY COUNTY
COTTAGE GROVE COGENERATION	9525 105TH ST COURT S	WASHINGTON
COTTAGE GROVE COGENERATION	9525 105TH ST COURT S	WASHINGTON
DISTRICT ENERGY ST PAUL INC-HANS O NYMAN	76 KELLOGG BOULEVARD WEST	RAMSEY
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA
MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LLC - ST. PAUL PARK REFINERY	300 W THIRD AVE	WASHINGTON

Airports Near Cottage Grove

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field	MSP	Large Airport
New Richmond Regional Airport	RNH	Medium Airport
Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field	STP	Medium Airport
Airlake Airport	—	Small Airport
Airwolfe Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Due North Airport	—	Small Airport
Amery Municipal Airport	AHH	Small Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport	—	Small Airport
Backstrom Airport	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Beer Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cameron's Airport	—	Small Airport
Christison Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Airport	MIC	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport	—	Small Airport
David Randall Airport	—	Small Airport
Demmers Field	—	Small Airport
Edberg Airport	—	Small Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field	FBL	Small Airport
Flying Cloud Airport	FCM	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontenac Airport	—	Small Airport
Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Ingleside Airport	—	Small Airport
Jennrich Field	—	Small Airport
Joyner Airport	—	Small Airport
Kral's Personal Use Landing Field	—	Small Airport
Kruger Aviation Ultralight Flightpark	—	Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal Airport	OEO	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	—	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	—	Small Airport
Meadowvale Airport	—	Small Airport
Nielsen's Airport	—	Small Airport
Nietz Airstrip	—	Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Owatonna Degner Regional Airport	OWA	Small Airport
Princeton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Radke Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Wing Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Reynolds Field	—	Small Airport
Ries Farms Runway	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cottage Grove

13 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Bayport Police Department
Dakota County Sheriff Office
Hastings Police Department
Hudson Police Department
Mendota Heights Police Station
Oak Park Heights Police Department
Oakdale Police Department	1584 Hadley Avenue North
Rosemount Police	14041 Biscayne Avenue
South St Paul Police Station
St. Croix County Sheriff	1101 Carmichael Road
Stillwater Police Department
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Woodbury Police Station

Grocery Stores in Cottage Grove

10 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Aldi 72014	Supermarket	9010 Jamaica Ave S
Cottage Grove Holiday 3827	Convenience Store	8490 E Point Douglas Rd S
Cub Foods 1613	Supermarket	8690 E Point Douglas Rd S
Dollar Tree 4821	Other	8711 E Point Douglas Rd S
Holiday Stationstore 2746443	Convenience Store	8610 E Point Douglas Rd S
Holiday Stationstores 2746585	Convenience Store	7033 Jorgensen Ln S
Papa Murphys - Cottage Grove MN021	Specialty Store	8471 E Point Douglas Rd S
Target Store 662	Super Store	8655 E Point Douglas Rd S
VON HANSONS MEATS	Specialty Store	9030 Inwood Ave S
Walmart Supercenter 2448	Super Store	9300 E Point Douglas Rd S

Treatment Centers in Cottage Grove

24 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Amherst H Wilder Foundation - Community Mental Health and Wellness	Both	651-280-2310
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
CLUES	Substance Abuse	612-746-3558
Cochran Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	612-767-0309
Elite Recovery	Substance Abuse	612-719-4137
Guild South	Mental Health	651-455-6800
Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation	Both	651-292-2405
Hudson Hospital and Clinics - Programs for Change	Substance Abuse	715-531-6755
James Paul Johnson Jr - Hope Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	507-382-2584
Juel Fairbanks - Chemical Dependency Services	Substance Abuse	651-644-6204
Khunsi Onikan	Substance Abuse	651-793-3803
Livingston IRTS Residence	Both	651-457-6999
Meridian Behavioral Health - Latitudes LGBTQ Residential	Both	612-454-2016
Meridian Behavioral Health - Tapestry	Both	612-454-2351
Metro Treatment of Minnesota LP - Saint Paul Metro Treatment Center	Substance Abuse	651-773-0832
Northstar Behavioral Health Network - Geneva	Substance Abuse	651-370-3284
Northstar Behavioral Health Network - Northend	Substance Abuse	651-487-4987
NUWAY - University Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	651-404-2000
Parity Wellness	Substance Abuse	651-702-2700
People Inc - Diane Ahrens Crisis Residence	Both	651-645-9424
People Inc - Maghakian Place	Both	651-793-6333
Saint Paul NUWAY Counseling Center	Substance Abuse	651-333-4410
Specialized Treatment Services Inc	Substance Abuse	651-888-6800

DOL Wage Violations in Cottage Grove

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $86,925 in back wages owed to 51 employees.

Violations

$86,925

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Las Margaritas Mexican Restaurant	—	—	55016	—	1	$44,168	$2,208	20
Sally Beauty Supply LLC	—	—	55016	—	1	$30,876	$30,876	1
Spectrum Services Group	—	—	55016	—	1	$6,092	$2,031	3
Country Inn & Suites Cottage Grove	—	—	55016	—	1	$3,353	$240	14
Laus Comfort Care	—	—	55016	—	1	$1,454	$1,454	1
Von Hanson's Meats	—	—	55016	—	1	$744	$83	9
INNOVATIVE CHEMICAL CORPORATION [OSHA]	—	—	55016	Polish and Other Sanitation Good Manufacturing	1	$237	$79	3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cottage Grove

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ALL SAINTS LUTHERAN CHURCH	8100 BELDEN BLVD
CHRIST THE LORD LUTHERAN CHURCH	9998 90TH ST S
HELON MINISTRIES INC	7948 63RD ST S
HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH	7966 HILLSIDE TRL S
HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH OF THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	8300 HYDE AVE S
IGLESIA CAMINO VIVO MINNESOTA	7963 IDEAL AVE S
IGLESIA CRISTIANA INTERNACIONAL GETSEMANI INC	8469 IVAN AVE S
KELLY WEBB MINISTRIES	9056 79TH ST S
LIGHT THE WAY CHURCH	7000 HINTON AVE S
LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST CHURCH	9979 80TH ST S
MEN FOR CHRIST	PO BOX 542
MISSIONARY FAMILIES OF CHRIST	6875 JEFFERY AVE S
MOUNT SINAI CHERUBIM AND SERAPHIM CHURCH	8057 71ST CT
ODUJOLE FOUNDATION NFP	6643 96TH ST S
OLUSOLA EMMANUEL ORIMOGUNJE	9200 E POINT DOUGLAS LN S
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD	7700 HINTON AVE S APT 6
ROOTS FOUNDATION INC	6643 96TH ST S
ROSE OF SHARON LUTHERAN CHURCH	6875 JAMAICA AVE S
ST LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH	7000 HINTON AVE S
THE ALLEY CHURCH	8944 INDAHL AVE S
TOLUENE CHARITY	6141 JASMINE BAY S
YESHIVA CONGREGATION OF THE TWINCITIES INC	8944 INDAHL AVE S
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH OF PINERIDGE	8100 BELDEN BLVD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cottage Grove

What is the population of Cottage Grove?

Cottage Grove has a population of 40,124 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,193 people per square mile, spread across 37.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years. The population is 49.6% female and 50.4% male.

Is Cottage Grove expensive to live in?

Cottage Grove has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $121,452, 62% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $359,600 (28% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,644 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cottage Grove safe?

Cottage Grove is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,572 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cottage Grove receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cottage Grove?

Cottage Grove has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Cottage Grove?

The job market in Cottage Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $913. There are 1,024 business establishments in the area, including 110 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 19.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cottage Grove?

The median home value in Cottage Grove is $359,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $391,506. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,644. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.4%. The average annual property tax is $5,822.

How are the schools in Cottage Grove?

Schools in Cottage Grove score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 39.3% of adults in Cottage Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 10.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cottage Grove?

The obesity rate in Cottage Grove is 32.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 19.0% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662.

What is transportation like in Cottage Grove?

The average commute in Cottage Grove is 25 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 71.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 19.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cottage Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cottage Grove is 76.9% White, 5.7% Black or African American, 1% Hispanic or Latino. 89.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.9% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 8.6% of residents have a disability. 97.8% have health insurance coverage.

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