Forest Lake

MN

Washington County, Minnesota

Population 276K |Median income $115,345 |2 hospitals

Population
276,238
Washington County
Median Income
$115,345
+70% vs avg
Median Home Value
$422,000
+85% vs avg
Median Age
39.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
276K+14%
Median Income
$115,345+41%
Median Home Value
$422,000+74%
Poverty Rate
5.1%-11%
Unemployment
3.4%-44%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Poverty Rate
5.1% -64% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 49.1%
Work From Home 23.6%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 78.1%
Asian 7.7%
African American 5.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
32.5%
High Blood Pressure
29.4%
Short Sleep Duration
24.9%
Physical Inactivity
19.1%
Binge Drinking
16.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
13.3%
Current Smoking
10.9%
Diabetes
10.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
10%
Current Asthma
9.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 75.8%
Annual Checkup 76.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
5.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.2%
Stroke
2.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
1
★★★
0
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
4.5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
2
M HEALTH FAIRVIEW WOODWINDS HOSPITAL
WOODBURY · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★
LAKEVIEW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
STILLWATER · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Forest Lake Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Forest Lake, MN? ▼
Forest Lake, MN has a population of 276,238 people, located in Washington County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Forest Lake? ▼
The median household income in Forest Lake, MN is $115,345 per year. The poverty rate is 5.1%.
What is the median home value in Forest Lake? ▼
The median home value in Forest Lake, MN is $422,000. Median rent is $1,710/month.
What are the top health concerns in Forest Lake? ▼
The top health indicators in Forest Lake include Obesity (32.5%), High Blood Pressure (29.4%), Short Sleep Duration (24.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Forest Lake? ▼
Forest Lake has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Forest Lake? ▼
The median age in Forest Lake, MN is 39.8 years. 49.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Forest Lake, MN is located in Washington County, Minnesota. With a population of 276K and a median household income of $115,345, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Forest Lake area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Washington County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.