Lake St. Croix Beach, MN

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

Lake St. Croix Beach is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,106. Residents earn $100,134 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated August 2026

4.7 /5.0

A+ Excellent

1,106 Population 1,975/sq mi density

$100,134 Median Income $64,114 per capita

$334,600 Home Value $509,212 Zillow

$963 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature

A+

Overall

4.7 / 5.0

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

A+

Economy

4.9 / 5.0

$100,134 median income, 0.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.8 / 5.0

$334,600 home value, $963/mo rent

Education

4.5 / 5.0

43.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $100,134

33% higher than US avg

Home Value $334,600

19% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 43.6%

29% higher than US avg

Median Rent $963

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.3%

4% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.3%

41% lower than US avg

How Lake St. Croix Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,106

Median Age54.1 yrs

Density1,975/mi²

Male / Female48% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$100,134

Per Capita$64,114

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty7.3%

County GDP$1,545M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$334,600

Rent$963

Ownership95.2%

Zillow$509,212

Housing Units551

Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity33.3%

Uninsured6.8%

Smoking12.0%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

Rain35.1 in/yr

Elevation711 ft (217 m)

Education

Bachelor's+43.6%

High School+98.5%

Graduate+19.7%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%

Commute24 min

Broadband95.9%

EV Stations2

Libraries5

Is Lake St. Croix Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake St. Croix Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Lake St. Croix Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake St. Croix Beach is $100,134, which is significantly higher than the national average / 33% above $75,149. This places Lake St. Croix Beach among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake St. Croix Beach is $334,600, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lake St. Croix Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 49.7 inches of snow.

Lake St. Croix Beach has a population of 1,106 with a density of 1,975 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,106

Total Population

2023 Census

1,975

People / sq mi

54.1yrs

Median Age

39% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%

Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake St. Croix Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.2%

23% above US avg

Spanish 2.1%

84% below US avg

Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Lake St. Croix Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake St. Croix Beach is $100,134, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $64,114 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.3% 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 24 minutes. 7.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lake St. Croix Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$100,134
	33% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$64,114
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$86,110
Gini Index	0.400 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	7.3%
	41% 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	1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.4 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake St. Croix Beach is $334,600, 19% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $509,212, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 95.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 551 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1968. The average annual property tax is $5,822 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 21.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$334,600
	19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$509,212

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$963
	17% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	95.2%
Owner-Occupied	95.2%
Renter-Occupied	4.8%
Housing Units	551
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.74%

In Lake St. Croix Beach, 33.3% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.6% of residents, below the national average. 26.1% have high blood pressure. 12.0% are current smokers. 19.1% report binge drinking. 18.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.1% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% 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.

Health Metrics: Lake St. Croix Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.3%
	4% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	26.1%
Asthma	9.7%
COPD	4.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.0%
	14% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.1%
Physical Inactivity	18.0%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	15.1%
Physical Distress	9.8%
Short Sleep	25.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.2%
Uninsured	6.8%
	21% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,662
Dentists	1:2,363
Mental Health	1:1,229
Checkup Rate	73.2%
Dental Visits	73.5%
Premature Death	5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Lake St. Croix Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 49.7 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. The city sits at an elevation of 711 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.4°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)

Geography

Elevation	711 ft (217 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density	1,975/sq mi
Coordinates	44.9245°N, 92.7661°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Pierce County County
Nearest Airport	New Richmond Regional (RNH) 19 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"

8% below US avg

Snowfall 49.7"

Wettest Month (Jun) 5.36"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.93"

Air Quality

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	128 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

473 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 58 fatalities, 1,234 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	35 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	55 km	0
Jul 30, 1977	EF4	99 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	42 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	79 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	49 km	6
May 6, 1965	EF4	61 km	0
May 21, 1957	EF4	73 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	85 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	60 km	1
May 25, 2008	EF3	36 km	1
Jun 18, 2001	EF3	96 km	2
May 15, 1998	EF3	84 km	0
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	40 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	61 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	38 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	41 km	1
Jul 15, 1980	EF3	99 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	51 km	0
May 24, 1958	EF3	29 km	0

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	94 km
1998	UNITS 1617	4,649	99 km
2005	RX HFR 05	4,253	98 km
2007	WUI 07 - UNIT 36	4,025	93 km
2000	UNIT 25	3,412	94 km
2009	BU11	3,242	99 km
1997	BIG	2,987	96 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	46 km
2003	UNITS 34 33 W	2,637	95 km
1992	SHARPTAIL	2,288	94 km
2010	WUI 10 UNIT D	2,042	94 km
1996	UNNAMED	1,906	93 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,850	94 km
2009	UNIT 23 24 26	1,644	96 km
1995	ANTLER	1,603	94 km
2004	WUI UNIT 16	1,592	100 km
1995	UNIT 16	1,570	100 km
1992	UNIT 25	1,460	95 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,280	94 km
2009	HFR 08 - UNIT 20	1,168	98 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	18°F (-8°C)	1.0 in	Coldest
February	23°F (-5°C)	0.9 in	Driest
March	35°F (2°C)	1.5 in
April	49°F (9°C)	3.1 in
May	61°F (16°C)	4.2 in
June	71°F (21°C)	5.4 in	Wettest
July	75°F (24°C)	4.5 in	Warmest
August	73°F (23°C)	5.3 in
September	65°F (19°C)	3.2 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in
November	37°F (3°C)	1.7 in
December	24°F (-5°C)	1.2 in

Lake St. Croix Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 57°F / from 18°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.4") and February the driest (0.9").

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Lake St. Croix Beach is located in Pierce County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 43.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 19.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (above 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. 95.9% 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. 81.7% 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
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	43.6%
	29% above US avg
High School+	98.5%
Graduate Degree+	19.7%
School Test Score	6.08

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,975/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi
County	Pierce County County

Services

Broadband Access	95.9%
Avg Download Speed	74.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.5 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	110
Retail Stores	97

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.4 min
Drive Alone	81.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	7.6%

Average costs for common services in Lake St. Croix Beach. 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

Radio Stations near Lake St. Croix Beach

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio K - Real College Radio (KUOM)	"radio k", college radio	MP3 256 kbps
MPR Classical Piano	classical piano	MP3 128 kbps
Twin Cities News Talk	news, talk	AAC
MPR Classical 24/7	classical baroque, classical music	MP3 128 kbps
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 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
Radio Rey 630 AM	regional mexican	AAC+ 32 kbps
OCABS Radio	christian orthodox, christian preaching	MP3 64 kbps
KSJN	-	MP3 128 kbps
AM 1280 The Patriot	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
98.5 KTIS	christian contemporary	MP3 96 kbps
101.3 KDWB	-	UNKNOWN
Affirm Southern Gospel Radio	southern gospel	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Lake St. Croix Beach

1 campgrounds found near Lake St. Croix Beach.

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

National Parks Near Lake St. Croix Beach

26 national parks and monuments found near Lake St. Croix Beach.

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
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch 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

Museums in Lake St. Croix Beach

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PHIPPS CNTR FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		7153862305	$1,936,122
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514395956	$609,372
NORTH STAR SCOUTING MEMORABILIA	GENERAL MUSEUM		6517482880	$279,526
NEW RICHMOND HERITAGE CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	1100 HERITAGE DRIVE	7152463276	$145,859
NEW RICHMOND PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7152463276	$145,859
WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514075327	$125,134
MAPLEWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2170 COUNTY ROAD D E	6517488645	$94,155
ARCOLA MILLS HISTORIC FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6513511811	$70,491
ST CROIX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7153862654	$56,739
DENMARK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514367639	$49,734
CONCEIVE BELIEVE ACHIEVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517700115	$1,100
AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6076391110
CHARLES P. NOYES COTTAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM
GALLERY 101	ART MUSEUM		7154253266
LEE & ROSE WARNER NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	15375 NORELL AVE N	6514332427
MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6512492170
MIDWEST RAILWAY INSTITUTE AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MINNESOTA CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517797659
NORTH SAINT PAUL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517472432
OAKDALE LAKE ELMO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKDALE VETERANS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4046965742
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA	GENERAL MUSEUM
WELCOME & HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	233 BROAD ST N	7152623284

Libraries in Lake St. Croix Beach

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY	8595 CENTRAL PARK PLACE	801,038
RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	140 UNION ST.	180,177
CARLETON A. FRIDAY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	155 E. FIRST ST.	140,914
STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY	224 THIRD STREET NORTH	123,995
HUDSON AREA JOINT LIBRARY	700 1ST ST.	122,476
SOMERSET PUBLIC LIBRARY	208 HUD ST.	59,357
BAYPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	582 N 4TH STREET	38,824
PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY	800 BORNER ST. N.	36,803
HAZEL MACKIN COMMUNITY LIBRARY	311 W. WARREN ST.	26,775
LAKE ELMO PUBLIC LIBRARY	3537 LAKE ELMO AVENUE N, SUITE 130	11,650

Farmers Markets in Lake St. Croix Beach

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bayport Farmers Market					Visit
City of White Bear Lake Farmer's Market	Washington Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Street	06/27/2014 to 10/31/2014	Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Heritage Village Farmers Market
Hudson Farmers Market on Carmichael	504 Frontage Road	06/21/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Mahtomedi Area Farmers' Market	93 Mahtomedi Avenue	June 25, 2011 to September 24, 2011	Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;		Visit
New Richmond Farmers Market	1100 Heritage Drive
Oakdale Farmers Market	Oakdale Parks & Recreation Department
River District Marketplace
River Falls Farmers' Market	1121 S. Main St.	06/01/2016 to 10/31/2016	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Stillwater Farmers Market	3rd & Pine Street, Riverview Parking Lot	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;
Village of Star Prairie Farmers Market	2050 Hwy 65	06/01/2011 to 10/31/2011
Woodbury Farmers Market	Central Park/YMCA lot, Radio Drive				Visit

Gas Stations in Lake St. Croix Beach

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Marathon

Breweries in Lake St. Croix Beach

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
45th Parallel Spirits	Breweries, Food & Drink	1570 Madison Ave	7152460565
American Sky Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	1510 Swasey St	6515033165
Hollihan's Pub	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Pub Restaurants, White Bear Lake, MN,	2160 3rd St	6514290280
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
Mel's Midtowner	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Cocktail Lounges & Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns & P	111 S Main St	7154251573
Pitchfork Brewing	Bars, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Brewery	709 Rodeo Dr	7152453675	Visit
The Flame Bar	Dive Bar and Brewery	80 Mahtomedi Ave

Cell Towers in Lake St. Croix Beach

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
1188 COUNTY ROAD N. (1762)	GTOWER	72
1188 COUNTY ROAD N. (1762)	GTOWER	72
(River Falls) N7249 910TH ST	GTOWER	65
1820 110th Street	TOWER	61
1820 110th Street	TOWER	61
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50

Superfund Sites Near Lake St. Croix Beach

4 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
MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LLC - ST. PAUL PARK REFINERY	300 W THIRD AVE	WASHINGTON

Airports Near Lake St. Croix Beach

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
Boyceville Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Cameron's 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
Edberg Airport	-	Small Airport
Erickson Field	-	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
Gregory Airport	-	Small Airport
Hall Airport	-	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	-	Small Airport
Jennrich Field	-	Small Airport
Joyner Airport	-	Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal Airport	OEO	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	-	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	-	Small Airport
Little Plum Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Mort's Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Nielsen's Airport	-	Small Airport
Nietz Airstrip	-	Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	-	Small Airport
Pfau Airstrip	-	Small Airport
Pinetree Airpark	-	Small Airport
Radke Airport	-	Small Airport
Red Wing Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Reynolds Field	-	Small Airport
Ries Farms Runway	-	Small Airport
Rush River Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lake St. Croix Beach

12 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Bayport Police Department
Dakota County Sheriff Office
Hastings Police Department
Hudson Police Department
New Richmond Police Department
Oak Park Heights Police Department
Oakdale Police Department	1584 Hadley Avenue North
St. Croix County Sheriff	1101 Carmichael Road
Stillwater Police Department
UW-River Falls Police Department	715 Wild Rose Avenue
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Woodbury Police Station

Grocery Stores in Lake St. Croix Beach

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Express Lane 5511	Convenience Store	2020 St Croix Trail South

Treatment Centers in Lake St. Croix Beach

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
Cochran Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	612-767-0309
Hudson Hospital and Clinics - Programs for Change	Substance Abuse	715-531-6755
Northstar Behavioral Health Network - Geneva	Substance Abuse	651-370-3284
Parity Wellness	Substance Abuse	651-702-2700
Peace Tree Counseling LLC	Mental Health	715-417-3241
Saint Croix Behavioral Health Services	Both	715-246-6991
Westfields Hospital and Clinic - Programs for Change	Substance Abuse	715-243-2900

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lake St. Croix Beach

What is the population of Lake St. Croix Beach?

Lake St. Croix Beach has a population of 1,106 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,975 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Lake St. Croix Beach expensive to live in?

Lake St. Croix Beach 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 $100,134, 33% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $334,600 (19% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lake St. Croix Beach?

Lake St. Croix Beach has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches, with 49.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lake St. Croix Beach?

The job market in Lake St. Croix Beach is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / 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 24 minutes, and 7.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lake St. Croix Beach?

The median home value in Lake St. Croix Beach is $334,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $509,212. For renters, the median monthly rent is $963. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 95.2%. The average annual property tax is $5,822.

How are the schools in Lake St. Croix Beach?

Schools in Lake St. Croix Beach score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.6% of adults in Lake St. Croix Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 19.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lake St. Croix Beach?

The obesity rate in Lake St. Croix Beach is 33.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.0% of adults are smokers. 18.0% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 6.8% 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 Lake St. Croix Beach?

The average commute in Lake St. Croix Beach is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lake St. Croix Beach?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lake St. Croix Beach is 88.1% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino, 4% Asian. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.6% of residents have a disability. 93.2% have health insurance coverage.

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