Corcoran is a picturesque community located on the western edge of Hennepin County approximately 20 miles from Minneapolis. Corcoran is an attractive city of wooded countryside, wetlands, streams, farms and valleys. Corcoran is primarily a residential community with a population of approximately 5,500. Housing is composed of single family homes, farms, hobby farms and newer subdivisions which offer a variety of housing options. The City of Corcoran has a team of over 20 full-time employees committed to providing excellent public service to the residents and customers of the City. The City has three departments Administration, Public Safety and Public Works. Corcoran is a developing community offering a variety of opportunities for employees to grow with the community.