Minneapolis, MN: What you need to know
Minneapolis, MN is a center for business, arts and professional sports. Six Fortune 500 companies are headquartered here, including Target and U.S. Bancorp. The city has a thriving theater climate featuring the world-famous Walker Art Center. Home to the Minnesota Vikings, Timberwolves and Twins, professional sports fans have lots to see. With so much to offer, Minneapolis has received numerous accolades, including the Best Cities for Entrepreneurs, Best Beer Cities, Top 10 Downtowns, Top 10 Healthiest Cities, and more.
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8 Reasons to Move to Minneapolis, MN
Diverse economy, professional sports, and great food top the many good choices.
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Why Minneapolis, MN is a Great Place to Live
Nice homes, the downtown, and the people contribute to an attractive quality of life.
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Minneapolis, MN City Profile
Quick Facts
| Population | 399,950 |
| Median Age | 32 |
| Median Household Income | $51,480 |
| Median Home Price | $205,300 |
| Walkscore | 65 |
Minneapolis, MN Rankings
Things To Do in Minneapolis, MN
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Minneapolis is home to the famous Mall of America and other big names in retail.
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Residents in Minneapolis participate staying active with professional sports, running and water recreation.
Real Estate in Minneapolis, MN
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8 Reasons to Move to Minneapolis, MN
Diverse economy, professional sports, and great food top the many good choices.
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Why Minneapolis, MN is a Great Place to Live
Nice homes, the downtown, and the people contribute to an attractive quality of life.
Photo courtesy of the Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Bureau Minneapolis, MN: Neighborhoods
Uptown, Downtown and Dinkeytown have many housing options
Business in Minneapolis, MN
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Minneapolis' well-rounded business climate is home to major industries and small businesses.
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Photo courtesy of the Minneaopolis Convention & Visitors Bureau Minneapolis, MN: Top Employers
Six Fortune 500 company headquarters lead the list
Schools in Minneapolis, MN
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Minnesota study shows high school students with later start times perform better in school
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Top schools include University of Minnesota, Minneapolis Community and Technical College, and Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Health in Minneapolis, MN
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Minneapolis, MN Demographics
Median Population
| Median Age | 31.9% |
| Age 18 Over | 79.7% |
| Age 21 Over | 74.3% |
| Age 62 Over | 11.2% |
| Age 65 Over | 8.6% |
Race
| Ethnicity White | 65.2% | |
| Ethnicity Black | 18.3% | |
| Ethnicity Asian | 6% | |
| Ethnicity Hispanic | 10% | |
| Ethnicity Indian | 1.3% | |
| Ethnicity Other | 4.2% |
Population By Gender
| Male | 50.4% | |
| Female | 49.6% |
Language
| English Only | 78.9% | |
| English Other | 21.1% |
Commute Types
| Walked | 7% | |
| Worked at Home | 5.2% | |
| Public Transportation | 13.1% | |
| Other Means | 5.2% | |
| Drove Alone | 61.4% | |
| Carpooled | 8.2% |