Relocation

YOUR PERSONAL INVITATION

Fairmont Area Life is your invitation to live, work, and belong in Martin County, Minnesota. If quality of life is what you’re looking for, it’s time to come home to the Fairmont area.

Our community offers outstanding educational opportunities, including public and private K–12 schools, along with access to higher education. A vibrant arts and culture scene thrives through the Fairmont Opera House, Red Rock Center for the Arts, and the Martin County Historical Society Museum.

Outdoor recreation is woven into everyday life, with championship golf courses, scenic lakes, the Fairmont Chain of Lakes Yacht Club, Center Creek Orchard, the Fairmont Aquatic Park, and Flying Goose Campground. Comprehensive medical facilities serve residents of all ages, ensuring care close to home.

A variety of housing options are available throughout our cities and towns, with local realtors ready to help you find the perfect fit—and new housing developments planned for the future.

Located in the heart of southern Minnesota, Fairmont is a thriving regional hub, supporting a service area of more than 60,000 people. Our community delivers a full range of recreational, educational, and health care services while maintaining the charm and connection of a welcoming hometown.

Community Strengths

  • Cost-effective living

  • Diverse and welcoming community

  • Affordable housing options

  • Abundant parks, lakes, and recreational amenities

  • Multiple medical providers

  • Access to higher education institutions

Whether you’re visiting or putting down roots, Visit Fairmont is the best place to find information on lodging, dining, attractions, events, and local experiences.

Our Guide to Martin County gives Newcomers information about Fairmont and Martin County in one handy little book. If you would like to receive a printed version of our Guide to Martin County please email info@fairmontchamber.org.

Helping You Make Your Best Move

Relocating to a new community is an exciting step—and we’re here to help. These helpful resources will assist you in getting settled into life in the Fairmont area and ensure a smooth transition to our welcoming community.


Utilities

Electricity & Water
City of Fairmont
📞 (507) 238-9461

Natural Gas
Minnesota Energy Resources
📞 (800) 889-9508

Garbage & Recycling
Waste Management
📞 (507) 235-9859
Hometown Sanitation
📞 (877) 545-4877

Cable / Internet / Phone
Midco
📞 (800) 888-1300
Frontier
📞 (800) 921-8101


Non-Emergency Numbers

Mayo Clinic Health System – Fairmont
📞 (507) 238-8100

Center for Specialty Care
📞 (507) 238-4949

Fairmont Fire Department
📞 (507) 235-5289

Mayo Clinic Ambulance Services
📞 (507) 238-5181

Fairmont Police / Martin County Sheriff’s Department
📞 (507) 238-4481

United Hospital District
📞 (507) 238-1287


General Information

Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce
Business Information
📞 (507) 235-5547

Visit Fairmont
Tourism & Relocation Information
📞 (507) 235-8585

Fairmont City Hall
📞 (507) 238-9461

Martin County Courthouse
📞 (507) 238-3126

Fairmont Post Office
📞 (507) 235-6368

CareerForce in Fairmont
📞 (507) 618-5610

Martin County License Center
📞 (507) 235-3335

Social Security Administration
📞 (877) 405-0414


Transportation

FAST Ride Share
📞 (507) 236-1242

Prairie Lakes Transit
📞 (507) 235-5558

Royalty Rides
📞 (507) 848-3748

Jefferson Lines Bus Tickets
📞 (800) 451-5333

Fairmont Municipal Airport
📞 (507) 235-6160