New Residents
Welcome to South St. Paul!
We’re glad you’ve chosen South St. Paul as your new home.
Our city is known for its strong sense of community, excellent schools, responsive city services, and safe neighborhoods. You'll find a small-town feel with revitalized homes, well-maintained parks, and accessible local government.
Celebrate our community's rich heritage at events like Kaposia Days and On the Road Again. Cheer on the Packers at Doug Woog Ice Arena or catch a game at one of our local fields or stadiums.
On behalf of the City Council, welcome. We hope you’ll take part in the life of this community and make it your own.
Utilities
- Water & Sewer: Billed by the city
- Electric: Xcel Energy | xcelenergy.com
- Gas: CenterPoint Energy | centerpointenergy.com
- Internet & Cable: Various providers including Comcast and CenturyLink
Schools
South St. Paul Public Schools serve K–12 students across several buildings:
- South St. Paul Public Schools Website
- Lincoln Center Elementary
- Kaposia Education Center
- South St. Paul Secondary (Grades 6–12)
Transportation
- Metro Transit: Bus routes serve key areas. See: metrotransit.org
- Bike Trails: Mississippi River Trail access along the waterfront
- Parking: Street and off-street options. Winter restrictions apply.
Local Amenities
- Parks & Rec: View parks and facilities
- Dog Park: Kaposia Landing Off-Leash Dog Area
- Kaposia Library: 131 Seventh Ave. N. South St. Paul, MN 55075
Get Involved
Stay connected and contribute to the community:
- Sign up for city alerts
- Follow city updates on Facebook
- Volunteer through city programs
- Attend City Council meetings — check the agenda center