Based on census information, the 2000 median household income in Blaine was over $59,000. This is higher than the national average income, but Blaine housing costs in 2000 were higher than average as well, with the median house value in 2000 in Blaine being over $125,000. The top sectors for employment in Blaine, Minnesota are Manufacturing, Educational, health and social services, Retail trade. VirtualBlaine.com is a newly developed site about Blaine, Minnesota that will be improved with additional information and resources, including Virtual Home Tours and Blaine.

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 Blaine, such as Florists in Blaine Minnesota and Blaine Minnesota. They are also good sources for learning about area sports teams -- 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 population of Blaine, of relatively average age, has access to medical care at local and regional facilities such as Mercy Hospital, North Memorial Medical Center, and Unity Hospital. Blaine residents and visitors alike find many commercial and recreational activities and resources of interest in the Blaine area among Blaine MN and Blaine Real Estate.

Per the US Census, Blaine has a very highly educated population with over 90% having graduated from high school and over 15% having bachelor degrees. There is a respected system of schools and colleges in the greater Blaine area. High schools include the Blaine Senior High School and Liberty High School. The Anoka Flight Training, Anoka-Ramsey Community College, Augsburg College, Bethel College, Hennepin Technical College, North Hennepin Community College, Minneapolis Community and Technical College, and University of Minnesota are among the local and nearby colleges.

Blaine is serviced by 4 different school districts: Anoka-Hennepin School District #11 Educational Service Center, 11299 Hanson Boulevard, NW, Coon Rapids, MN 55433-3799, 763.506.1000. Blaine has 4 elementary schools serving grades kindergarten through grade 5 in the Anoka- Hennepin School District: Jefferson Elementary School, 11331 Jefferson, NE, Blaine, MN 55434-1899, 763.506.3900; Johnsville Elementary School, 991-125th Ave. NE, Blaine, MN 55434-3198, 763.506.3000; Madison Elementary School, 650 Territorial Rd., NE, Blaine, MN 95434-2699, 763.506.3300 and University Avenue Elementary School, 9901 University Ave., NE, Blaine, MN 55434-8050, 763.506.4500. There is 1 middle school: Roosevelt Middle School, 650 125 Ave., NE, Blaine, MN 55434-3199, 763.506.5800 serving grades 6 through 8. Blaine High School, serving grades 9 through 12, 12555 University Ave., NE, Blaine, MN 55434-3199, 763.506.6500. Centennial District #12, 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763.792.6000. There are 5 Blaine elementary schools in the Centennial District: Blue Heron Elementary, 405 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763.792.6200; Centennial Elementary School, 4657 North Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763.792.5300; Centerville Elementary, 1721 Westview St., Centerville, MN 55038, 763.792.5800; Golden Lake Elementary, 1 School Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763.792.5900 and Rice Lake Elementary, 575 Birch Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763.792.5700. Blaine has 1 middle school in the Centennial District: Centennial Middle School, 399 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014, 763.792.5400, 1 high school, Centennial High School, white bldg, 4757 North Road, Circle Pines, MN, 763.792.5000, Red Building, 4881 101st. Lane NE, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763.792.5202 and the Centennial Area Learning Center, 4203 Woodland Road, Circle Pines, MN 55014, 763.785.4185, which is an alternative high school program. Spring Lake Park School District #16 Westwood Elementary School 701-91st Avenue, NE, Blaine, MN 55434, 763.784.8551; Westwood Middle School, 711- 91st Avenue, NE, Blaine, MN 55432, 763.784.8625; Spring Lake Park High School,, 8001 Able Street NE, Spring Lake Park, MN 55432, 763.786.5571. Mounds View District #621, A very small area of Blaine is covered by the Mounds View Independent School District #621.

MetroNorth Chamber of Commerce has more than 800 organizations that volunteer for the health and welfare of Blaine. The MetroNorth Chamber serves more than 300,000 residents most of whom are in Anoka County which is in the northwest metropolitan area of Minneapolis/St. Paul. The Twin Cities North Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of business spanning eight Twin City communities.

Blaine’s great location puts it within an easy drive of many resources including arts and theater available throughout the Twin Cities metro area. Sports are active in the Blaine National Sports Center but also in the area there is national baseball with The Minnesota Twins, NFL football with the Vikings, NBA basketball with the Timberwolves, and hockey with the Wild, Amature Leagues are also available in the metro area.

There are comprehensive programs viable year round through Blaine’s Parks and Recreation Department. Visit the Parks and Rec section of Blain'es city web site listed above. The Parks Dept is the source for recreational, educational, leisure and social and cultural year round activities for people of all ages. Adult Athletics and Leagues for basketball, football, kickball, softball and volleyball are part of Parks and Recreation. There is a whole range of youth sports activities through the joint efforts of the Parks and Recreation Department and the School Districts. The Senior Center offers activities from support groups, computer classes, legal services, financial advice, to games, and line dancing. More information is available by going to the City of Blaine’s web site listed above. Find and click on: “Inside City Hall” and then “Parks & Recreation” in the heading which will take you to the page with “Senior Center” in the sidebar.

Blaine’s Fine Arts Council promotes the arts in the city through this volunteer committee. Meetings are on the fourth Wednesday each month in City Hall at 7:00 p.m.

Blaine has nearly 60 parks that offer anything from soccer, skating and basketball and fishing. Visit Anoka and click on "Parks" in the side bar on Directory of county and regional parks to view a list of regional county parks. These parks offer camps, nature areas, golf, arts, picnic pavilions and archery. The Department of Natural Resources will show you state park information.

Millions of square feet of industrial and commercial space and 4,712 new residents have been added to the community since 1999 for which Blaine prides itself as “Minnesota’s Fastest Growing City.” New commercial development includes the Comfort Inn and Suites, Novel Landscape and Nursery, florists, Gander Mountain, Gold’s Gym, The Blaine Aquatic Center, Angelique’s Bridal and more. Recently finished industrial development includes the Lexington Preserve Phase Building, SKB Environmental, Stone Mountain Pet Lodge, Elements, Inc; and more. Visit Blaine's web site and click on “Business” to go to more business and employment links.

Blaine is a great place to be and has something to offer every one.