Stillwater

The Birthplace of Minnesota

Stillwater is in Washington County and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Stillwater offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Stillwater there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many families live in Stillwater and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Stillwater are highly rated. Stillwater, Minnesota's cost of living is 8% higher than the national average

Discover Stillwater… the 1848 Birthplace of Minnesota located on the scenic St. Croix River! A place where authentic paddle wheel riverboats and gondolas glide the waters. Historic Main Street shopping, dining, lodging and entertainment are yours inside this charming river town where time stands still in the valley. See what’s new and explore the many things to do in Stillwater, Minnesota! Enjoy Stillwater tourism in all four seasons… The robust colors of the bluffs in the fall and crisp flavors of winery and brewery harvests, Winter days showcasing holiday boutique shopping, ski trails, romantic winter escapes, and warm retreats. Spring flowers blooming in the parks and along the bike trail. Warm Summer air welcoming outdoor festivals, boating, patio dining and historic sightseeing.

Yes, welcome to beautiful Stillwater minutes from the Twin Cities Minneapolis/St. Paul and Wisconsin border. Our bed and breakfasts, historic inns, boutique downtown hotels, and vacation home rentals await your visit. Feel inspired in this historic yet vibrant rivertown.

Stillwater, Minnesota has been voted as: America’s Most Picturesque Small Towns, Best American Towns for Fall Colors, Best U.S. Towns for Antiquing, Best Twin Cities Day Trips, Best Minnesota Weekend Getaway, America’s Prettiest Painted Places, and Most Romantic Cities. Stillwater is also located on the National Scenic St. Croix RiverwaySt. Croix Scenic Byway, and National Register of Historic Places.

Plan your perfect Midwest girlfriend getawayromantic escapecorporate retreat, vacation, wedding or meeting in beautiful Stillwater, Minnesota! Planning an event, be sure to view the 360 tours our 20+ venues!

 

 

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Overview for Stillwater, MN

19,243 people live in Stillwater, where the median age is 41.9 and the average individual income is $49,623. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,243

Total Population

41.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$49,623

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Stillwater, MN

Stillwater has 7,517 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Stillwater do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 19,243 people call Stillwater home. The population density is 2,391.63 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

19,243

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.9

Median Age

49.74 / 50.26%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,517

Total Households

2.5

Average Household Size

$49,623

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Stillwater, MN

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The following schools are within or nearby Stillwater. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
St. Croix Preparatory Academy Lower
PUBLIC
K - 4th
5/5
PUBLIC
PreK - 1st
No rating available
Salem Lutheran School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Stonebridge Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Stillwater District Special Services
PUBLIC
K - 12th
No rating available
Bridge Transition Program
PUBLIC
12th - 12th
No rating available
PUBLIC
4th - 5th
5/5
New Heights School Inc.
PUBLIC
K - 12th
1/5
Stillwater Middle School
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
5/5
St Croix Preparatory Academy Middle
PUBLIC
5th - 8th
5/5
PUBLIC
K - 5th
3/5
Rutherford Elementary
PUBLIC
K - 5th
4/5
PUBLIC
7th - 12th
No rating available
St Croix Catholic School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available

Around Stillwater, MN

There's plenty to do around Stillwater, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

19
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
34
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sunshine Coffee, 210 Bar-B-Que, and Mabel's Ice Cream Shop.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.68 miles 14 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 3.46 miles 25 reviews 4.9/5 stars
Dining 3.69 miles 12 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 4.53 miles 5 reviews 4.8/5 stars
Dining 0.66 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 1.19 miles 4 reviews 5/5 stars
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