City of Savage, Minnesota

The City of Savage is located south of and adjacent to the Minnesota River just southwest of Twin Cities Metro. Savage is not known just for its natural beauty but also for its role in Minnesota history and especially as the home of the famous race horse, Dan Patch. The Dan Patch Historical Society maintains a wealth of information about the horse and the town of Savage itself. The business district has seen numerous upgrades and improvements in recent years and its proximity to the highway 169 bridge over the river makes this community a favorite with the Metro commuter. Savage real estate offers a variety of home styles in all price ranges. The Southwest Newspapers publish a Resident guide each year. Click here to view this helpful resource.

Savage Demographics

Population 25,065 (2006)

Median Household Income $88,100 (2000)

Savage Climate

Average Temp. in Jan. 13

Average Temp. in July 73

Avg. Annual Rainfall 29”

Avg. Annual Snowfall 50”

Savage is home to 2 unique and valued environmental phenomenons: Eagle Creek and the Savage Fen Wetlands. The City of Savage has worked hard to preserve these natural treasures.

Parks, Recreation and Entertainment

The City of Savage Park System consists of 20 parks and totals over 280 acres of both active and passive use areas. Other park areas include the Eagle Creek Aquatic Management Area and Murphy Hanrehan Park Reserve.

The city operates and maintains a variety of athletic fields, including soccer fields, football fields, softball and baseball diamonds. Click here for a listing of Savage Parks

In addition to the city parks, there are several regional parks in the area. Spring Lake Regional Park has 354 acres of undeveloped land, Murphy-Hanrehan features 2400 acres of undeveloped land plus hiking, mountain biking and horse trails, Cleary Lake Regional Park provides skiing, water sports and golf on 1,045 acres and Historic Murphy’s Landing offers a unique look at Minnesota life in the 1800’s.

The city’s park and recreation program offers activities for all ages and in all seasons. A partnership between the City of Savage and Lifetime Fitness maintains a large aquatic and recreation center in the southwest quadrant of the city.

Schools and Churches in Savage

Savage is served by two school districts: Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools and Prior Lake-Savage. Prior Lake-Savage Schools continue to rank among the best in the state. .As the 2006-07 school year began; approximately 6,550 students were enrolled in the districts’ nine schools. An additional elementary school, Redtail Ridge is scheduled to open for the 2008-2009 school year. With a wide variety of sports and activities offered, students of all abilities are able to participate. Burnsville-Eagan-Savage Schools is a large school district with approximately 2400 students in its high school (10-12). There are 3 junior high schools and 10 elementary schools located within the district.

Nearly every denomination of church can be found in Savage or nearby:

Adoration Church
6601 Connelly Pkwy., Savage 952-484-6489

Bridgewood Church
6201 135th St. W., Savage 952-226-4800

Eden Baptist Church
12540 Glenhurst Ave., Savage 952-890-5856

Friendship Church (Baptist)
17741 Fairlawn Ave., Prior Lake 952-447-8282

Glendale United Methodist Church
13550 Glendale Rd., Savage 952-894-5394

Living Hope Lutheran Church (WELS)
8600 Horizon Dr. S., Shakopee 952-445-1785

Mighty King Fellowship
5532 Hanrehan Lake Blvd., Savage 952-440-7200

New Spirit United Church of Christ
14394 Quebec Ave. S., Savage 952-440-7335

Crossroads Church
6880 Boudin St., Prior Lake 952-447-2789

St. James Lutheran Church (ELCA)
3650 Williams Dr., Burnsville 952-890-4534

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church
4625 W. 125th St., Savage 952-890-9465

St. Mary Magdalene Lutheran Church (ELCA)
14225 Quentin Ave. S., Savage 952-440-1500

St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & School (LCMS)
5634 Luther Dr., Prior Lake 952-447-2117

Shepherd of the Lake Lutheran Church (ELCA)
3611 North Berens Rd. N.W., Prior Lake.. 952-230-2988

Southbridge Community Church
12925 Eagle Creek Parkway, Savage 952-224-0103

Unity of the Valley Spiritual Center
4011 W. Hwy. 13, Savage 952-895-0745