Fridley Minnesota Map

About Fridley, Minnesota

Fridley is a locality in Anoka County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of 30,241. The population density is 1137.5 people per km². Fridley is located at 45.0861°N, 93.2633°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55421.

Fridley, a northern suburb of Minneapolis, unfolds across a landscape shaped by the gentle sweep of the Mississippi River. It lies 2.6 miles south-south-east of Coon Rapids, MN (from Coon Rapids, MN: bearing 153°T), and is situated 7.3 miles north of Minneapolis. The terrain here is a study in subtle transitions, where the broad, fertile plains that characterize much of Anoka County give way to a more intricate pattern of wooded areas and the meandering course of the river itself. The air often carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, particularly after a spring rain, a refreshing counterpoint to the more urban hum that lies just beyond its borders. The sky above Fridley, especially during the long summer twilights, can be a breathtaking canvas of bruised purples and fiery oranges, a fleeting masterpiece painted across the horizon. The history of Fridley is inextricably linked to the flow of the Mississippi, a vital artery for trade and settlement since its earliest days. Originally home to Dakota and Ojibwe peoples, the area saw settlers arrive in the mid-19th century, drawn by the promise of fertile land and the river's power. The local economy, once rooted in agriculture and light industry, has evolved significantly, now encompassing a diverse range of businesses that contribute to the region's economic vitality. Fridley is also known for its network of parks and trails, including significant portions of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area, offering residents and visitors alike opportunities to connect with the natural beauty that defines this part of Minnesota, a quiet constant against the backdrop of changing times.

About This Fridley Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fridley, Minnesota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 45.086076, -93.263282. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Fridley and Anoka County.

Detailed location data for Fridley includes the ZIP code (55432), telephone area code (763), county seat of Anoka County (Anoka), and school district assignment (Fridley Public School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Fridley is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.