Where is Fridley, Minnesota, USA?

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Where is Fridley Located? - Fridley is a city located in the Anoka County of Minnesota, United States. Fridley lies between 41.1798869 Degrees North latitudes and 96.0431018 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Fridley, Minnesota

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Where is Fridley Located?

Fridley is a city located in the Anoka County of Minnesota, United States. Fridley lies between 41.1798869 Degrees North latitudes and 96.0431018 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Fridley city is 29590 people and the city has a total area of 10.17 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Fridley, Minnesota Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityFridley
CountyAnoka County
StateMinnesota
State CapitalSaint Paul
US RegionMidwest
Latitude45.0861°N
Longitude93.2630°W
Elevation830 ft (253 m)
Land Area10.08 sq mi
Water Area0.46 sq mi
Total Area10.54 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)29,590
Population Density2,936 per sq mi
ZIP Codes55421, 55432
Area Code763
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code27-22490
Congressional DistrictMinnesota's 5th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Fridley, Minnesota

  • Columbia Heights, Minnesota - South - 2 mi
  • Spring Lake Park, Minnesota - North - 3 mi
  • Blaine, Minnesota - North - 6 mi
  • New Brighton, Minnesota - East - 4 mi
  • Brooklyn Center, Minnesota - West - 6 mi
  • Coon Rapids, Minnesota - Northwest - 8 mi
  • Minneapolis, Minnesota - South - 8 mi
  • Roseville, Minnesota - Southeast - 7 mi
  • Brooklyn Park, Minnesota - West - 9 mi
  • Saint Paul, Minnesota - Southeast - 13 mi

Driving Distances from Fridley, Minnesota

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Columbia HeightsMinnesota26 minutes
Spring Lake ParkMinnesota38 minutes
New BrightonMinnesota410 minutes
BlaineMinnesota612 minutes
Brooklyn CenterMinnesota612 minutes
RosevilleMinnesota715 minutes
MinneapolisMinnesota815 minutes
Coon RapidsMinnesota816 minutes
Brooklyn ParkMinnesota918 minutes
Saint PaulMinnesota1322 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Fridley, Minnesota

ModeDetails
Airport NameMinneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
IATA CodeMSP
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 694, Interstate 694/US 10, Minnesota State Highway 47, East River Road (CSAH 1)
Train/Amtrak ServiceNorthstar Commuter Rail (Fridley Station); nearest Amtrak station in Saint Paul
Local Bus/Transit ServiceMetro Transit
  • Interstate 694 forms the city's primary east-west freeway, linking Fridley with Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and surrounding suburbs.
  • U.S. Highway 10 provides regional access northwest toward Anoka and St. Cloud while connecting to Minneapolis.
  • Minnesota State Highway 47 (University Avenue NE) is a major commercial corridor connecting Fridley with Minneapolis and Blaine.
  • East River Road follows the Mississippi River and provides scenic local access through residential neighborhoods and parks.

What are top Places to Visit in Fridley, Minnesota

Landmark NameType
Springbrook Nature CenterNature Center
Mississippi Gateway Regional ParkRegional Park
Locke County ParkCounty Park
Moore Lake ParkCity Park
Commons ParkCommunity Park
Bunker Hills Regional ParkRegional Park
National Sports CenterSports Complex
Silverwood ParkNature Park
Minneapolis Sculpture GardenSculpture Park
Bell MuseumMuseum

Colleges and Universities in Fridley, Minnesota

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Anoka-Ramsey Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer and workforce education
University of Minnesota Twin CitiesPublicUniversityFlagship research university
Bethel UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts and graduate studies
North Hennepin Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer and academic transfer programs
Fridley Public SchoolsPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education serving the city

Waterbodies in Fridley, Minnesota

Mississippi River, Moore Lake, Rice Creek, Springbrook Creek, Locke Lake, Shingle Creek, Silver Lake, Long Lake

Golf Courses in Fridley, Minnesota

Columbia Golf Club, Brightwood Hills Golf Course, Bunker Hills Golf Club, Edinburgh USA Golf Course, Theodore Wirth Golf Club, Gross National Golf Club

Fridley, Minnesota — Key Historical Facts

  • Fridley was incorporated as a village in 1949 and became a city in 1957 as suburban development expanded north of Minneapolis.
  • The city grew rapidly after World War II because of its convenient location along major transportation routes and the Mississippi River.
  • Industrial employers, including advanced manufacturing and electronics companies, played a major role in Fridley's economic development during the twentieth century.
  • Springbrook Nature Center was established to preserve local wetlands, forests, and wildlife while providing environmental education for the community.
  • Today, Fridley is known for its strong manufacturing base, extensive park system, Northstar commuter rail service, and easy access to the Twin Cities metropolitan area.

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