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Cottage Grove: Grow, Connect, Thrive Together.

Cottage Grove offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. You'll find a mix of families, young professionals, and retirees who appreciate the city's safe streets, good schools, and abundant recreational opportunities. The community is proud of its parks and trails, and there's a strong emphasis on outdoor living.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · COTTAGE GROVE
Cottage Grove, Washington County

City Snapshot

Population

38,839

County

Washington County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$117,673

Quick Numbers

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Emergency Services

Poison Control

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Domestic Violence Hotline

Child Abuse Hotline

Veterans Crisis Line

Maple Grove Hospital - North Memorial Health

M Health Fairview Clinic - Cottage Grove

This Week

Fast & the Furriest 5K

2026-09-12 at 8:00 AM

Early Birders - September

2026-09-12 at 8:30 AM

Loring Park Garden Volunteering

2026-09-12 at 9:00 AM

Neighborhood Creek Restoration: Bloomington to 12th Ave S

2026-09-12 at 9:00 AM

Minnehaha Park Invasive Plant Management

2026-09-12 at 10:00 AM

Community Leaders

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Tina Smith

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Amy Klobuchar

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Tim Walz
Tim Walz

Governor

Democratic Party