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| City | Stillwater |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Washington County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 45.058606 |
| Longitude | -92.830408 |
| Population | 19,394 |
| Density | 930.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 55082, 55083 |
| Area Code | 612, 952 |
| County Seat | Stillwater |
| School District | Stillwater Area Public School District |
Stillwater reveals its character through the limestone bluffs that rise sharply above the banks of the Saint Croix River. It lies 5.5 miles northeast of Lake Elmo, MN (from Lake Elmo, MN: bearing 41°T), and is situated 6.1 miles north-northwest of Hudson. The terrain here is defined by these steep, weathered heights and the quiet, reflective surface of Lake Saint Croix, which serves as a natural border to the east. Beyond the river’s edge, the landscape transitions into a series of uneven, grassy slopes that climb toward the distant, modest elevation of Coons Hill. The light at dusk often catches the limestone, turning the white stone a soft, bruised violet before the shadows settle into the valley. Stillwater maintains a grounded presence, far from any salt-heavy air, existing instead within the quiet, inland stillness of the northern plains.
Stillwater emerged from the timber industry, once serving as a bustling hub where logs were floated downstream to be processed in the local mills. This economic foundation shifted over the decades, moving away from heavy extraction toward a diverse collection of small businesses, professional services, and a robust tourism sector. The labor of early generations left behind a sturdy architecture of red brick and iron, structures that now house cafes and galleries rather than raw freight. While the sawmills have long since ceased their clatter, the memory of that industry remains in the heavy, reliable construction of the downtown storefronts. Residents navigate the daily rhythm of a regional economy that balances the preservation of its past with the practical demands of modern commerce.
Cultural life in Stillwater feels anchored by the preservation of its heritage, particularly the Scandinavian influence that colors the local traditions and public gatherings. Pioneer Park offers a quiet vantage point for residents to observe the water, providing a green space that holds the town’s collective breath against the pace of the outside world. Notable figures like the author F. Scott Fitzgerald have historical ties to the region, and his presence is still felt in the literary leanings of the local culture. Annual festivals frequently transform the streets into a theater of seasonal celebration, inviting visitors to experience the specific, crisp quality of the air that precedes the long winters. Stillwater persists as a place where the history of the frontier is not merely a record, but a living part of the local temperament.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stillwater, Minnesota. Coordinates: 45.058606, -92.830408. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Stillwater includes the ZIP code (55082, 55083), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Washington County (Stillwater), and school district assignment (Stillwater Area Public School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |