Farmington.info

In-Depth Source for Information for Farmington, Minnesota

Farmington, Minnesota is a very rapidly growing town with an estimated 2004 population of over 17,000. In fact, its growth places it among the top hundred fastest growing towns in the United States. Minnesota, known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" and whose motto encourages all to "Explore Minnesota," has a total estimated population of over 4,900,000. Regional resources include Minneapolis and St. Paul that are not too far away from Farmington. Based on the most recent census information, Farmington has a very highly educated population with over 90% being high school graduates and over 20% having bachelor degrees. There is a respected system of schools and colleges in the greater Farmington area. High schools include the Farmington Senior High School and Christian Life School. The Brown Institute, College of Saint Catherine - Saint Paul Campus, Inver Hills Community College, Normandale Community College, Saint Olaf College, St. Paul Technical College, and University of St. Thomas are among the local and nearby colleges. The Camden News, The Business Journal, Star Tribune, The Community Reporter, Pioneer Press and St Paul Legal Ledger will provide you with information on news and events concerning Farmington, such as Farmington Real Estate. You can also join the residents of Farmington in following the games of the Augsburg College Auggies, North Central Bible College Flames, University of Minnesota Golden Gophers, Bethel College Royals, College of St. Catherine Wildcats, Concordia University Golden Bears, Hamline University Pipers, Macalester College Scots, Northwestern College Eagles, University of St. Thomas Tommies, Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Twins, Minnesota Vikings and Minnesota Wild. The relatively young Farmington population has access to several hospitals in the region. These include Children's Health Care - Saint Paul, Fairview Ridges Hospital, and Northfield City Hospital. Farmington residents and visitors alike find many commercial and recreational activities and resources of interest in the Farmington area among Virtual Home Tours. Based on census information, the 2000 median household income in Farmington was over $61,000. This is higher than the national average income, but Farmington housing costs in 2000 were higher than average as well, with the median house value in 2000 in Farmington being over $145,000. The top sectors for employment in Farmington, Minnesota are Manufacturing, Educational, health and social services, Retail trade. Farmington.info is a new site for information on Farmington, Minnesota that will be expanded during 2006, including Farmington Apartments.