Living in Minnesota

#19 in population growth

Should you move to Minnesota?

Minnesota, the Land of 10,000 Lakes, is a place of stunning natural beauty, hearty resilience, and innovative industries. Famous for its friendly residents, numerous recreational opportunities, and high quality of life, Minnesota offers a wholesome, well-rounded lifestyle.

Minnesota’s economy is robust and balanced, with significant contributions from healthcare, manufacturing, retail, and technology. The Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, also known as the Twin Cities, is a bustling hub for business and the arts.

Living in Minnesota offers a range of experiences. Enjoy the vibrant cultural scene in Minneapolis, the historic charm of St. Paul, or the outdoor adventures offered by the state’s numerous lakes and parks. Whether you’re fishing on Lake Superior, biking around Minneapolis, or enjoying the arts scene in the Walker Art Center, there’s something for everyone.

Education is highly valued in Minnesota, with high-quality public schools and renowned higher education institutions like the University of Minnesota and Carleton College.

So, if you’re looking for a state that offers an active lifestyle, a diversified economy, and a commitment to education, Minnesota might be a perfect fit. Just remember to invest in a good winter coat and prepare to become a hockey fan!

#22 in population

Population

5,717,184

National Avg 6,652,315

#21 in population

Population Per Square Mile

72

National Avg 206.5 persons/square mile

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How Does Minnesota Score?

C
Home Affordability
C
Cost of Living
D
Diversity

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Living in Minnesota

Climate

How Does Minnesota Compare?

#38
in Sunny Days
#38
in Annual Rainfall
#21
in Daytime Humidity

Healthcare

#11

How Does Minnesota Compare?

#11
in Healthcare
#33
in Available Beds
#15
in Doctors Per Resident

2

Children's Hospitals

0

VA Medical Centers

14

VA Clinics

Minnesota Marijuana Laws

Cost of Living

#26

How Does Minnesota Compare?

#26
in Cost of Living
#22
in Minimum Hourly Wage
#34
in Living Wage

Minnesota State Taxes

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Education in Minnesota

#14

Minnesota School Districts

8th Grade Proficiency (2022)

Ranked #8 in Mathematics

Basic Proficiency

69%

Proficient or Above

32%

Ranked #18 in Reading

Basic Proficiency

72%

Proficient or Above

30%

Education Attainment

High School Degree
93.6%
Bachelors Degree
37.6%

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Places (Cities & Towns)

Get to Know Minnesota

State Capital

St. Paul

Area Codes

218, 320, 507, 612, 651, 763, 952

Time Zone

Central Time Zone

Number of Counties

87

Land Area (square miles)

79,627

Motto

L'ƒtoile du Nord (The star of the North)

State Bird

Common loon

Housing

#30
#30 in home affordability

Median Home Value

$300,100

National $440,300

#28 in rent affordability

Median Rent

$1,081

National $1,702

Average Homeownership cost

$581

Taxes, Insurance, Utilities, HOA (no mortgage)

Total Households

2,229,100

Persons Per Household

2.49

Rent vs Own

Own 72.3%
Rent 27.7%

Economy

#13 in household income

Median Household Income

77,706

National $70,784

#1 in labor participation
% in Labor Force
69.1%
Poverty Rate
9.3%

Industries by Revenue

in $1,000s

Health & Social Assistance Revenue

$50,491,047

Accomodations & Food Revenue

$14,234,262

Transportation & Warehousing Revenue

$18,342,371

Per Capita Retail Sales

16,518

Counties

Diversity

#36
White alone
82.6%
Black or African American alone
7.6%
American Indian and Alaska Native alone
1.4%
Asian alone
5.5%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone
0.1%
Two or More Races
2.8%
Hispanic or Latino
6%
White alone, not Hispanic or Latino
77.6%

Foreign Born Persons

8.5%

Veterans

282627

Persons Under 5 years
5.8%
Persons Under 18 years
22.6%
Persons 65 years and over
17.4%

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