Rogers is a city located in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 13,295 at the 2020 census. In 2012, the city
annexed the surrounding Hassan Township. The City of Rogers is considered a northwest suburb of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The city's economy is mostly based on industrial activity and agriculture.
The city is located on either side of Interstate 94, with Minnesota State Highway 101 running north and its western boundary touches the Crow River.
Geography
Rogers is located at (45.1888534, -93.5530144).
Early founding families names still serve as key contributors to the community. Otto Scharber was a prominent local businessman, owning a grocery store, hardware store, and a John Deere implement dealership, which is still in family operation today.
Tornado
On September 16, 2006, an F2 tornado damaged homes in Rogers, killing one person.
The tornado began three miles west of Rogers at 9:52pm The tornado made its first strike on Rogers at 9:54pm The tornado traveled along a path that was eight miles and lasted for approximately 12 minutes. The tornado also resulted in six injuries and the death of a 10-year-old girl, Jayme Wendt.
Annexation of Hassan Township
On January 1, 2012, Hassan Township, Hennepin County's last township, was completely annexed into Rogers. Talks of annexation between Rogers and Hassan Township can be traced back to the 1970s, but the formal agreement was approved on December 30, 2003. In 2008, the Rogers City Council and the Hassan Town Board accelerated the annexation date to January 1, 2012. This was the third and final phase of annexation, boosting the Rogers population to over 11,000 residents.
Education
Rogers has multiple schools within its borders, including four public schools:
- Rogers High School
- Rogers Middle School
- Hassan Elementary School
- Rogers Elementary School S.T.E.M. Magnet Program
Rogers High School with the mascot being the Rogers Royal. Numerous private schools have also cropped up over the city's history. Rogers High School was ranked #29 in Minnesota for 2023 by U.S. News & World Report based on performance on state-required tests and how well they prepare students for college.