RANK #427 / 996 · POP 93,752 · WI
PROJECTED GROWTH: +1.0%
St. Croix County, Wisconsin, distinguishes itself with Hudson, its county seat, a town known for its riverfront charm and artistic community along the St. Croix River. Located on Wisconsin's western edge, the county is part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, with Hudson just 13 miles from St. Paul. This proximity allows for a manageable commute, primarily via I-94, balancing a quieter community feel with access to urban amenities. The county's landscape features rolling hills, river valleys, and forests, offering extensive outdoor recreation opportunities like hiking, fishing, and kayaking in places such as Willow River State Park and the St. Croix County Parks system.
Life in St. Croix County often appeals to families and young professionals, many of whom commute to jobs in the nearby Twin Cities. The public schools in the county are highly rated. The local economy, while historically rooted in agriculture, particularly dairy, has seen growth in sectors like manufacturing, construction, and technology. Recent economic developments include initiatives focused on workforce housing and training, addressing regional needs in advanced manufacturing skills.
Above national median (4.7x)
Below national median
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 6.8x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Ten Mile Creek Solar Project (Phase 1) with Battery Storage
Xcel Energy
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$450M | Proposed |
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Northern Prairie Solar
Northern Prairie Solar, LLC (Leeward Renewable Energy, LLC)
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$101M | Under Construction |
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Government Center Expansion and Renovation
St. Croix County
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$80M | Under Construction |
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St. Croix Valley Food Bank New Construction
St. Croix Valley Food Bank Inc.
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$50M | Proposed |
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Bella Rose Planned Residential Development
N/A
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$50M | Approved |
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Park Place Village - North Planned Residential Development
N/A
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$50M | Proposed |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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St. Croix County has a Boom Town Index score of 57/100, ranking #427 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at +2.1% and a median household income of $97,950, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in St. Croix County is $323,900 with median rent at $1,127/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3024, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: +1.4% year-over-year. Job growth: +2.1%. Home values changed +1.4% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.13% of St. Croix County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.