Mińsk Mazowiecki is a rural municipality in the Masovian Voivodeship, surrounding the city of the same name, which serves as its administrative seat but is not part of the municipality. The area is characterized by beautiful natural landscapes, including the "Bagno Pogorzel" Nature Reserve and forests home to valuable tree specimens, such as the oldest Scots pine in Poland. Notable landmarks include the Palace in Marianka, now functioning as a recreational center, and the historic church in Ignaców.
The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and employment in nearby cities like Mińsk Mazowiecki and Warsaw. The municipality features a well-developed service sector, and deep-water wells supply water to the city. For entertainment, residents and visitors can enjoy venues like the large music club Reaktor in Budy Janowskie.
In terms of transportation infrastructure, the municipality is advantageously located with access to national roads, a highway, and railway connections. Bus lines also serve the area. The education network is organized within the municipality, with residents benefiting from the educational system of Mińsk Mazowiecki.
The municipality of Mińsk Mazowiecki includes numerous villages, such as Anielew, Barcząca, Stojadła, and Żuków. It borders the municipalities of Cegłów, Dębe Wielkie, Jakubów, Kołbiel, Mińsk Mazowiecki, Siennica, Stanisławów, and Wiązowna, fostering regional cooperation and socio-cultural development.