Northome (2008 pop. est. 207), in northern Minnesota's forest and lake country, is the self-proclaimed "Heart of Big Bear Country." It also boasts a revitalized downtown, a modern school and available industrial properties that include tax-free JOBZ sites.

Located at the junction of three major highways, the community has excellent access by road. This gives area businesses convenient transportation routes to urban centers in Bemidji, Grand Rapids and International Falls.