About Big Lake
Big Lake is a rapidly growing community in Sherburne County, Minnesota, located along the banks of Big and Mitchell Lakes. Big Lake is located about 45 miles from the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport and 28 miles from the St. Cloud Regional Airport.
Population
The 2010 Census reports the City of Big Lake's population to be 11,174 and Big Lake Township's to be 7,785, totaling 18,959. Big Lake Township can be reached by calling 763-263-8111.
Since the year 2000, there have been over 1,127 single family homes built in our city. With the population growth comes new businesses and redevelopment projects. Please check out our Economic Development page for updates.
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Community Profile
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New Resident Guide
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Bus Service
Learn about Tri-CAP's transportation services.
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City Newsletter
The City of Big Lake newsletter, The Big Lake Wave, is a quarterly newsletter that is mailed to all addresses within Big Lake city limits.
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Apartments / Multi-Tenant Building Listing
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Community Links
Access numerous community links for things such as libraries and schools.
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Northstar Commuter Train
The Northstar Line (Route 888) offers service between Big Lake and downtown Minneapolis, stopping at stations in Elk River, Ramsey, Anoka, Coon Rapids and Fridley.
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Outstanding Citizen Award
The City of Big Lake has numerous great organizations and events that make Big Lake an enjoyable and fun place to live, and a active, supportive place to start a business.