Living here
Nearest 4-year college24 mi
Nearest community college32 mi
Nearest technical college33 mi
High school graduates82.8%
College graduates15.5%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
St James Economic Development
The St. James Economic Development Authority (EDA) is a City board that directs staff in business recruitment, retention and expansion, marketing strategies, community development and grants/initiatives, and owns and manages assets including the St. James Industrial Park, Mayberry Hills Sixth Addition residential development, EDA Apartments, and Commercial Property for sale.
region
Region Nine Development Commission
Region Nine Development Commission strives to promote the development of the region through intergovernmental cooperation, community and human development, long-range planning, and technical assistance. It serves counties, cities, townships, and schools in the RNDC region.
state
Arrowhead Regional Development Commission
ARDC is a multi-disciplined planning and development organization serving the seven-county Arrowhead Region in northeast Minnesota. Its mission is to provide local units of government and citizen groups a means to work cooperatively in identifying needs, solving problems, and fostering local leadership to promote economic growth.
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Economic Dev Association of Minnesota
EDAM champions economic development through education, collaboration and advocacy. It is a state-wide association of professionals who specialize in economic development, with members in public, private, and nonprofit sectors who stay informed and connected to current economic development strategies and best practices.
state
Minnesota Dept of Empl & Economic Dev
Minnesota's state agency that provides employment services, workforce development, unemployment insurance support, business financing, and economic development programs for residents and businesses.
state
Minnesota Power Economic Development
Minnesota Power has the resources, connections and experience to help companies find sites and secure capital for expansion and relocation projects in our service area. It also provides private sector leadership in economic development.
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North Saint Paul Economic Development
The North St. Paul Economic Development Authority (EDA) was established to precipitate future development, increase the tax base, promote employment, and enhance the overall quality of life in North St. Paul; it sets goals, meets regularly, and can provide momentum and a vision for economic development.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo