Ramsey County, county in Minnesota, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 547,903 inhabitants. The county was created 174 years ago in 1849. Its county seat is Saint Paul.
There are 3 city/town in Ramsey County, MN. The largest city of Ramsey County is New Brighton with a population of 22,793. Other cities include, North Saint Paul population 12,416 and North Oaks population 5,345
Ramsey County is the smallest and most densely populated county in Minnesota. Located in the east-central part of the state, it contains the capital city of St. Paul as well as several other cities and townships within its 170 square miles. Some of the other prominent Ramsey County cities include Maplewood, Roseville, North St. Paul, and White Bear Lake.
With a population of over 500,000 residents, Ramsey County is a major metropolitan hub of the Twin Cities region. The county was named for Alexander Ramsey, the second governor of the Minnesota Territory in the 1850s. While St. Paul serves as the county seat and is by far the largest city, each of the other Ramsey County municipalities have their own distinct identities and local flavors.
Maplewood is a first-ring suburb with a population nearing 40,000. It contains the 3M corporate headquarters and Maplewood Mall. Roseville borders both Minneapolis and St. Paul and also has a large shopping mall, Rosedale Center. North St. Paul and White Bear Lake are scenic smaller towns on the northern end of the county.
Ramsey County offers a diverse mix of urban, suburban, and small town experiences for residents and visitors. Its cities and neighborhoods showcase Minnesota history alongside more recent development. From the mansions of Summit Avenue to the skyscrapers of downtown St. Paul, the county provides something for everyone.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Ramsey County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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New Brighton | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota, United States | 22,793 |
North Oaks | City in the U. | 5,345 |
North Saint Paul | City in Ramsey County, Minnesota | 12,416 |