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Location & Access Chisago County is located 35 miles north of Minneapolis/Saint Paul on Interstate 35.
Major Industries & Employers This pastoral area is the home of Polaris Industries and Anderson Windows, which recently built facilities in Chisago County. The companies were drawn by the county’s available skilled workforce, most of whom drive outside the county for employment. Most Chisago County residents are employed in healthcare and social assistance, construction and manufacturing. One of the largest employers is Hazelden, a national leader in addiction recovery which opened its first campus in Center City more than 50 years ago.
Population & Workforce Chisago County’s estimated workforce of approximately 28,400 workers in 2005 is expected to grow by nearly 36% over the next decade, according to the Minnesota Office of State Demographer.
Transportation Due to easy transportation access, residents enjoy both the atmosphere of a smaller community and the resources of a metropolitan area. Likewise, employers benefit from the diverse skills of the Twin Cities’ talent pool.
Quality of Life Employees are attracted to Chicago County for its affordable housing options, tight-knit communities and high quality of life. The K-12 educational system offers superior academic opportunities. All three school districts outperform the state in percentage of students who pass the basic skills tests in reading and math.
Major Cities & Populations
Population Estimates: Minnesota Office of State Demographer, 2006
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