About Us

St. Michael is a growing community with a population of nearly 22,000 that is centrally located in the heart of Minnesota along I-94, about 30 minutes to downtown Minneapolis and 40 minutes to St. Cloud. The City provides a small-town feel with safe neighborhoods, good schools, abundant parks, lakes and natural resources.
St. Michael was incorporated as a city in 1890.
 
Town Center Park is a recreational destination. It comes alive with a splash pad, Family Night in the Park, and the Daze & Knights Festival in the summer; the Rotary's Cork and Keg Fundraiser in the fall; and the WinterFest celebration in the winter.
 

The City also offers year-round amenities and services for residents, businesses, and visitors.

  • Top-notch School District
  • St. Michael Public Library (part of the Great River Regional Library)
  • Crow River Senior Center
  • Two 18-hole golf courses
  • 2,500 acre Crow Hassan Park Reserve
  • Numerous Park and Trail Systems
  • Recreational programming through Family Youth Community Connections (FYCC)
  • Located within minutes of the Albertville Premium Outlet Mall
 
St. Michael works hard to promote a positive climate for both large and small businesses, including consistently having one of the lowest city tax rates in Wright County while maintaining excellent services. Some of the City's larger employers include JB Group, Rachel Contracting, B&D Plumbing, PCi Roads, Marksman Metals, New Plastics Plus, Die Technology, and Pellco Machine. Partnering with Shop STMA, I-94 West Chamber of Commerce, Wright County Economic Development Partnership, and others, St. Michael makes sure businesses have what they need to succeed.
 
St. Michael is a Great Place to Grow whether you are a resident or business. Build your future with us.