Shoreview, Minnesota facts for kids
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Shoreview, Minnesota
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Location of the city of Shoreview
within Ramsey County, Minnesota |
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| Country | United States |
| State | Minnesota |
| County | Ramsey |
| Incorporated (city) | April 23, 1957 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 12.66 sq mi (32.78 km2) |
| • Land | 10.77 sq mi (27.89 km2) |
| • Water | 1.89 sq mi (4.90 km2) |
| Elevation | 899 ft (274 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 26,921 |
| • Estimate
(2022)
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26,632 |
| • Density | 2,500.33/sq mi (965.42/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
55126
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| Area code(s) | 651 |
| FIPS code | 27-59998 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2395876 |
Shoreview is a city located in Ramsey County, Minnesota, in the United States. It is part of the larger Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. In 2020, about 26,921 people lived there.
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Exploring Shoreview's Location and Nature
Shoreview is a suburb located just north of Saint Paul. It has a total area of about 12.67 square miles (32.78 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 10.77 square miles (27.89 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.90 square miles (4.90 square kilometers), is water.
Parks and Lakes in Shoreview
Shoreview is known for its many green spaces. The city has nine local parks and three larger county parks. It also features seven lakes. The biggest lakes are Turtle Lake, Snail Lake, Lake Owasso, and Island Lake. A stream called Rice Creek flows through the northwestern part of the city.
How to Get Around Shoreview
Major roads help people travel through Shoreview. These include Interstate 35W, Interstate 694, and County Highway 96. These routes connect Shoreview to other nearby cities.
Who Lives in Shoreview? A Look at the Population
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 7,157 | — | |
| 1970 | 10,978 | 53.4% | |
| 1980 | 17,300 | 57.6% | |
| 1990 | 24,587 | 42.1% | |
| 2000 | 25,377 | 3.2% | |
| 2010 | 25,043 | −1.3% | |
| 2020 | 26,921 | 7.5% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 26,632 | 6.3% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2020 Census |
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In 2010, there were 25,043 people living in Shoreview. These people lived in 10,402 households. About 6,996 of these were families. The city had about 2,325 people per square mile.
Diversity in Shoreview's Community
Most residents in 2010 were White (87.4%). Other groups included Asian (7.2%), African American (2.2%), and Native American (0.4%). About 2.2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups in Shoreview
About 28.5% of households had children under 18. Many households (56.5%) were married couples. The average household had 2.39 people. The average family had 2.92 people.
The average age in Shoreview was 44.6 years. About 21.6% of residents were under 18. About 14.4% were 65 or older. The population was 47.9% male and 52.1% female.
What Businesses are in Shoreview?
Land O'Lakes is a well-known company with a main office in Shoreview.
Learning in Shoreview: Schools and Education
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Shoreview has several schools for its young residents. Two public school districts serve the area. These are District 621 (Mounds View) and District 623 (Roseville).
Schools Located in Shoreview
Several schools are right in Shoreview:
- Island Lake Elementary School
- Snail Lake Education Center (for Kindergarten students)
- St. Odilia Catholic School and Church
- Turtle Lake Elementary School
- Oak Hill Montessori
- Emmet D. Williams Elementary School
St. Odilia's is a private Catholic school. It is next to Island Lake school. It teaches about 550 students from kindergarten to 8th grade.
Shoreview's Role in Media and Communication
Shoreview is an important place for TV and radio. Many FM and television stations in the Twin Cities area have their transmitters and antennae here.
Tall Towers of Shoreview
- The KMSP TV Tower is very tall, standing 1,466 feet (447 meters) high. It is used by TV stations KMSP/WFTC (Channels 9 / 29) and Twin Cities Public Television (KTCA/KTCI 2 / 17). Ten FM radio stations also use this tower.
- The Telefarm Towers Shoreview are two other tall towers nearby. They are about 1,436 feet (438 meters) and 1,438 feet (438 meters) high. Many TV stations like WCCO (4), KSTP/KSTC (5 / 45), KARE (11), WUCW (23), and KPXM (41) broadcast from here. Several FM stations also use these towers.
In 1971, a TV tower in Shoreview collapsed during construction. This sad event made national news. Seven workers lost their lives.
Famous People from Shoreview
Some notable people have lived in Shoreview:
- Kyra Condie: An Olympic rock climber.
- Sam Hentges: A Major League Baseball pitcher for the Cleveland Guardians.
- Jesper Horsted: A tight end for the Las Vegas Raiders in football.
- Jennifer Mills: A producer for NPR and publisher of Jennifer Mills News.
- Madelyn Reiter: A businesswoman and former member of the Minnesota Senate.
See also
In Spanish: Shoreview (Minnesota) para niños
