Scandia city, Minnesota
Scandia city profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Scandia city is a geographic entity located in Washington County, Minnesota. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,979. The land area covers 34.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,979 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46 yrs | ±7.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,455 | ±187 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 1,602 | ±198 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,455 | ±187 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 147 | ±90 |
| Median Home Value | $475,800 | ±$29,791 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,953 | ±$20,421 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,641 | ±$13,694 |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 74 | ±47 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.7% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,610 | ±201 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±15.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 3,951 (2024)
ID: 219537
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Municipal | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATOR
14727 209TH ST N, SCANDIA MN 55073-8503
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GUS Population: 283,960 (2024)
ID: 167382
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MANAGEMENT ANALYST II
14949 62ND ST N, STILLWATER MN 55082-6102
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK-01 | STILLWATER, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | VADNAIS HEIGHTS, MN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 08-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | HUGO, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 05-09 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | LINO LAKES, MN | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | STILLWATER, MN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | WHITE BEAR LAKE, MN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School
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College | 8.7 mi away | 15251 Pleasant Valley Rd, Center City, MN, 55012-0011 |
8882577800
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HARDWOOD CREEK LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 19955 FOREST ROAD NORTH, FOREST LAKE, MN, 55025 |
(651) 275-7300
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Century College
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College | 16.2 mi away | 3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN, 55110 |
6517703200
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WILBERG MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 310 CHIEFTAIN ST., OSCEOLA, WI, 54020 |
(715) 294-2310
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The Salon Professional Academy Maplewood
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College Vocational | 17.5 mi away | 3000 White Bear Ave Suite 27, Maplewood, MN, 55109 |
6513400766
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CHISAGO LAKES AREA LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 11754 302ND ST., CHISAGO CITY, MN, 55013 |
(651) 257-2817
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Bethel University
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College | 20.9 mi away | 3900 Bethel Dr, Saint Paul, MN, 55112 |
6516386400
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WYOMING AREA GIESE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 10.0 mi away | 26855 FOREST BLVD., WYOMING, MN, 55092 |
(651) 462-9001
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University of Northwestern-St Paul
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College | 22.2 mi away | 3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN, 55113-1598 |
6516315100
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SOMERSET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 208 HUD ST., SOMERSET, WI, 54025 |
(715) 247-5228
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at FOREST LAKE 5NE, MN US, located 6.4 miles from Scandia city. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.2° | 3.0° | 13.6° | 0.88" | 9.6" |
| February | 30.1° | 6.3° | 18.2° | 0.90" | 9.3" |
| March | 43.0° | 18.9° | 31.0° | 1.70" | 9.2" |
| April | 57.6° | 32.6° | 45.1° | 3.00" | 3.7" |
| May | 69.8° | 45.4° | 57.6° | 4.36" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.1° | 56.0° | 67.6° | 4.48" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.4° | 60.2° | 71.8° | 4.70" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.5° | 58.3° | 69.9° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.7° | 50.0° | 61.9° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.9° | 37.1° | 48.5° | 2.91" | 0.6" |
| November | 43.0° | 23.6° | 33.3° | 1.80" | 7.4" |
| December | 28.9° | 10.7° | 19.8° | 1.17" | 11.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scandia city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Marine on St. Croix city | City | 5.1 mi | — |
| Forest Lake city | City | 6.5 mi | — |
| Osceola village | Village | 8.2 mi | — |
| Hugo city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
| Wyoming city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 2716358900. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.