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45N° and 95W° brings you to the heartland of lake country. A tourist town turned hometown for so many in Alexandria, Minnesota. It recently was named one of the best cities to live in the state for good reason. With more than 300 lakes in the county, there are endless opportunities for outdoor entertainment. The beautiful downtown brings great shopping, museums, wineries and a whiskey distillery. Making this a perfect place to call home.
With primary employment being manufacturing, healthcare, education and hospitality, businesses are thriving to say the least. With an average commute of 15 minutes, it gives you plenty of time for relaxation. While unemployment and cost of living are below the national average, education is well above. There are nine schools for more than 4,000 students, all are exceeding the highest standards of excellence. Alexandria Technical College is ranked 4th Best Community College in the nation, placing 98% of its graduating class in jobs.
This quaint resort town is conveniently placed between Minneapolis and Fargo making it a great combination of big city – small town atmosphere.
