Anoka County Economic Development
A great place to live
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Anoka County, located
minutes from the Twin Cities on the banks of the great Mississippi
River, is one of the fastest growing counties in Minnesota. Here
you’ll find a unique blend of urban amenities in a friendly, small
town atmosphere where neighbors still know each other. With award-winning schools, two major hospitals, world class
recreational facilities, and two post-secondary educational
institutions, it’s easy to see why so many people are choosing to
live and work in Anoka County.
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A great place to work
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Anoka County residents are well-educated and take pride in their
work and community. Businesses, attracted by affordable land, are
building and expanding in Anoka County.
Major corporations like Medtronic, Aveda, United Defense, Hoffman
Engineering, Onan, and Federal Cartridge have found homes in Anoka
County. In fact, Medtronic, the world's leading medical technology
company, recently built its global headquarters in Anoka County.
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A great place to play
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No matter your interest, there’s a lot to do in Anoka County!
Whether hiking or canoeing, horseback riding or playing golf,
swimming or listening to music, shopping or going to restaurants,
Anoka County offers something for every member of the family.
The National Sports Center (NSC) in Blaine has the largest
soccer complex in the world, as well as world class hockey, cycling,
track and field, and an impressive new youth golf facility. The USA
Cup, one of soccer's premier events, is held each year at the NSC.
This and other events bring more than one million visitors to the
NSC and Anoka County each year. The NSC provides unique sports
opportunities and its success has generated hundreds of jobs.
Anoka County has more than 18 parks spread over 8,000 acres of
land. In addition, there are 12 golf courses in the county,
including the TPC of the Twin Cities, home of the Senior PGA 3M
Championship.
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page last updated -
02/05/2009
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