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Information on Big Lake, Sherburne County

The City of Big Lake is located in the state of Minnesota, in Sherburne County. Its area, population and other key information are listed below.
For all your administrative procedures, you can go to the City hall of Big Lake at the address and schedules indicated on this page or contact the Town hall government by phone or by email depending on your preference or on the service's availability.

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Big Lake City HALL, Sherburne County

Big Lake City Hall's addressBig Lake Big Lake Municipal Building
160 Lake St N

Big Lake MN 55309
United States
Phone number of Big Lake City Hall+1 763-263-2107
Big Lake, MN emailLoading...
Big Lake official websitebiglakemn.org
Mayor of Big Lake
Birth Certificate Order your Minnesota birth certificate online

Common questions about Big Lake

What county is Big Lake MN in?

Big Lake, MN is located in Sherburne County

Where is Big Lake, Minnesota ?

Big Lake is located in Sherburne County in central Minnesota, United States. Situated about 41 miles northwest of Minneapolis, it serves as a suburban community within the Greater Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. The city lies near the Mississippi River to the northeast and is positioned south of the Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge.

What is the cost of living in Big Lake MN ?

The cost of living in Big Lake, Minnesota (Sherburne County) is relatively affordable. Housing costs average around $250,000 for homes, while transportation expenses are approximately 10% lower than the national average. Grocery prices are also reasonable, contributing to a balanced overall cost of living in the area.

Big Lake building department, MN

If you're planning a construction project in Big Lake, MN, it's essential to secure the necessary permits to ensure compliance with local regulations. To begin the application process, you'll need to visit the Big Lake City Hall, where staff at the Building Department will assist you with your permit request. It's a good idea to contact the office directly to obtain detailed information about the fees involved and the expected processing times, as these can vary depending on the scope and specifics of your project. Engaging with the city officials early on will help streamline your project's progress and ensure all local requirements are met.
If you have inquiries related to construction permits, inspections, code enforcement, or building regulations, we recommend contacting Big Lake's town hall or Sherburne County authorities directly.

Demography of Big Lake

Name of Big Lake inhabitants (demonym)Not available
DateCurrent valueClassed by Region/Country
Population6 063 inhabitants116 / 4 013
Population density in Big Lake792,3 pop/sq mi (305,9 pop/km²)

Big Lake statistics

Big Lake MN Median household income$66,250
Big Lake MN Poverty rate5.3%
Big Lake MN Unemployment rate4.2%
Big Lake MN Educational attainment91.2%

List of Passport Facilities in Big Lake, MN

This City does not have a passport office, but we suggest the following facilities near Big Lake, MN
Name Street Phone number
SHERBURNE COUNTY RECORDER13880 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE7637654420
USPO - ZIMMERMAN26278 2ND ST. E7638569540
WRIGHT COUNTY AUDITOR - TREASURER10 2ND ST NW7636827584
USPO - ANNANDALE83 OAK AVE N3202743600
USPO - ANOKA2168 7TH AVE N7634214206
CITY OF MAPLE GROVE12800 ARBOR LAKES PARKWAY7634945988
USPO - CHAMPLIN12299 CHAMPLIN DR7634272370
ANOKA COUNTY COON RAPIDS PASSPORT FACILITY455 99TH AVE NW7633242140
STEARNS COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER705 COURTHOUSE SQUARE ROOM 1363206563877
USPO - BROOKLYN PARK5001 EDINBROOK TERRACE7633910753
STEARNS COUNTY SERVICE CENTER3301 COUNTY RD 1383206566540
CITY OF WAYZATA MOTOR VEHICLE DEPT600 RICE ST E9524045320
USPO - WAYZATA229 MINNETONKA AVE S.9524730621
USPO - COKATO190 3RD ST. SE3202862815
ANOKA COUNTY BLAINE PASSPORT FACILITY10995 CLUB WEST PARKWAY NE7633242140

Top 3 most popular banks in Big Lake

There are 2 bank branches in Big Lake.
Old National Bank is the most popular bank in Big Lake with 1 branch offices, followed by RiverWood Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Big Lake:

Bank's name Number of branch offices Service Type
Old National Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
RiverWood Bank1Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Big Lake administrative numbers

Big Lake City code2705752
Big Lake City postcode55309

Transportation modes in Big Lake

Airport
Princeton Municipal Airport 16.4 miles
St. Cloud Regional Airport 20.8 miles
Crystal Airport 27.2 miles

Big Lake territory

Big Lake area7,65 sq mi (19,82 km²)
Big Lake altitude932 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinatesLatitude: 45.3425
Longitude: -93.7456
Latitude: 45° 20' 33'' North
Longitude: 93° 44' 44'' West
Time zone
UTC -6:00 (America/Chicago)
Summer time : UTC -5:00
Winter time : UTC -6:00
Local time
Cities twinned with Big LakeCurrently, the town Big Lake isn’t twinned
Natural parksBig Lake isn't part of a natural park

What is Big Lake close to?

Nearby cities include: Monticello, Becker, Otsego and Albertville
BeckerBeckerZimmerman
MonticelloNeighbouring townsOtsego
MonticelloMonticelloOtsego
Monticello 4 milesBecker 7.3 milesOtsego 8.1 miles
Albertville 8.5 milesElk River 8.7 milesZimmerman 9.9 miles
St. Michael 10.3 milesBuffalo 12.8 milesHanover 13.4 miles
Rogers 13.6 milesClear Lake 14.4 milesMaple Lake 14.9 miles
Clearwater 15.3 milesRamsey 15.5 milesGreenfield 17 miles
Dayton 17 milesPrinceton 17.3 milesRockford 17.4 miles
St. Francis 17.9 milesCorcoran 18.2 milesAnnandale 19.1 miles

Distance between Big Lake and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 1520 milesHouston : 1080 milesPhiladelphia : 1013 miles
Phoenix : 1269 milesSan Antonio : 1129 milesSan Diego : 1517 miles
Dallas : 883 milesSan Jose : 1552 milesJacksonville : 1227 miles
Indianapolis : 546 miles closestSan Francisco : 1595 milesAustin : 1063 miles
Columbus : 660 milesFort Worth : 890 milesCharlotte : 976 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Big Lake, MN

Elementary schools in Big Lake

Independence Elementary

District of Big Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 5
Students : 738

Liberty Elementary

District of Big Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 2
Students : 725

Middle schools in Big Lake

Big Lake Middle School

District of Big Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 6, Highest grade : 8
Students : 759

High schools in Big Lake

Big Lake Senior High

District of Big Lake Public School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 902

Leisure and activities in Big Lake surrounding area

Golf course
Silver Springs Golf Course
to Monticello 5.6 miles
Pinewood Golf Course
to Elk River 6.2 miles
Elk River Country Club
to Elk River 7 miles
Pebble Creek Country Club
to Becker 7.4 miles
Fairway Shores Golf Course
to Zimmerman 12 miles
Travelers Country Club on the Mississippi
to Clear Lake 13 miles
Links at Northfork
to Ramsey 13.3 miles
Daytona Country Club
to Dayton 14.6 miles
Eagle Trace Golfers Club
to Clearwater 15.3 miles
Buffalo Heights Golf Course
to Buffalo 15.3 miles

Other information on the City of Big Lake

Nuclear power plantMonticello Nuclear Generating Plant 8 mile