Afton Minnesota Map

About Afton, Minnesota

Afton is a locality in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,957. The population density is 45.3 people per km². Afton is located at 44.9027°N, 92.7835°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 55001.

Afton rests along the verdant banks of the Saint Croix River, its landscape sculpted by the slow, persistent work of water and time. It lies 8.0 miles southeast of Lake Elmo, MN (from Lake Elmo, MN: bearing 144°T), and is situated 8.7 miles east of Woodbury. The terrain here is a gentle undulation of hills, cloaked in a mix of mature deciduous trees and open meadows that catch the migrating sun. The air, especially in the early morning, carries the damp, earthy scent of the river and the lingering coolness of the night, a palpable presence before the day's warmth truly takes hold. To the west, the land rises, offering glimpses of distant, rounded summits that hint at the ancient geological forces that shaped this region, while the broad, flowing Saint Croix itself serves as a constant, shimmering artery, reflecting the ever-changing sky. The early settlers of Afton, drawn by the river's promise and the fertile soil, carved out a life here, their legacy echoing in the enduring architecture and the quiet hum of a community that values its heritage. The local economy, once driven by the river's trade and the surrounding agriculture, now finds its rhythm in a blend of small businesses and the steady influx of visitors drawn to Afton's natural beauty and proximity to Lake Saint Croix. The presence of Afton City Park, a verdant expanse for recreation and quiet contemplation, further anchors the town's connection to its environment. Whispers of Scandinavian influence can still be felt, a subtle undercurrent in the community's character, adding a unique texture to the everyday life that unfolds against this picturesque backdrop.

About This Afton Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Afton, Minnesota — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.902745, -92.783537. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Afton and Washington County.

Detailed location data for Afton includes the ZIP code (55001), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Washington County (Stillwater), and school district assignment (Stillwater Area Public School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Afton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.