Minneapolis, MN
Demographics And Statistics

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Living in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Life in Minneapolis research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Minneapolis over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Here's a snapshot of Minneapolis based on the most recently available data.

427,246 Population
$330,882 Median home value
$80,846 Median income
116 Cost of living +16% vs US
$1,371 Median rent
5.9% Unemployment
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Minneapolis SnackAbility

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Overall SnackAbility
Jobs 8/10
Housing 8.5/10
Affordability 6/10
Diversity 9/10
Safety 3/10
Amenities 10/10
Education 8.5/10
Commute 8/10

Crime in Minneapolis summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Minneapolis. Key points include:

  • There were 26,963 total crimes in Minneapolis in the last reporting year.

  • The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Minneapolis is 6,384.2 / 100k people.

  • The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Minneapolis is 1,131.6 / 100k people.

  • The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Minneapolis is 5,252.6 / 100k people.

  • Overall, crime in Minneapolis is 201.25% above the national average.

26,963
Total Crimes
201.25%
Above National Average
Minneapolis
US

Crime In Minneapolis Comparison Table

Statistic Count
Raw
Minneapolis
/ 100k People
Minnesota
/ 100k People
National
/ 100k People
Total Crimes Per 100K 26,963 6,384.2 1,862.9 2,119.2
Violent Crime 4,779 1,131.6 256.6 359.0
Murder 72 17.0 2.9 5.0
Robbery 1,435 339.8 48.9 61.0
Aggravated Assault 2,906 688.1 168.0 256.0
Property Crime 22,184 5,252.6 1,606.3 1,760.0
Burglary 2,558 605.7 184.7 229.0
Larceny 11,852 2,806.3 1,208.5 1,272.0
Car Theft 7,774 1,840.7 213.1 259.0
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Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)

Cost of living in Minneapolis summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Minneapolis. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Minnesota. Key points include:

  • The cost of living in Minneapolis is 116 with 100 being average.

  • The cost of living in Minneapolis is 1.2x higher than the national average.

  • The median home value in Minneapolis is $330,882.

  • The median income in Minneapolis is $80,846.

116
Minneapolis's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Minneapolis
US

Cost Of Living In Minneapolis Comparison Table

Living Expense Minneapolis Minnesota National Average
Overall 116 101 100
Services 103 101 100
Groceries 100 99 100
Health 142 99 100
Housing 103 101 100
Transportation 107 103 100
Utilities 105 101 100
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Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100

Minneapolis, MN Weather

  • The average high in Minneapolis is 55.3° and the average low is 36.9°.

  • There are 64.0 days of precipitation each year.

  • Expect an average of 32.4 inches of precipitation each year with 53.1 inches of snow.

StatMinneapolis
Average Annual High55.3
Average Annual Low36.9
Annual Precipitation Days64.0
Average Annual Precipitation32.4
Average Annual Snowfall53.1
55.3°
Average High
64.0
Days of Rain

Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)

Minneapolis, MN Photos

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Kites Lake Harriet Minneapolis
Source: Wikipedia User Amy Mingo from Minnetonka | CC BY 2.0
Franz Marc
Source: Public Domain
American Swedish Institute
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Dev Jam Groupc Minnesota Twins Game At Target Fieldc June
Source: Wikipedia User Benjamin Reed | CC BY-SA 2.0
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Source: Wikipedia User Bobak Ha'Eri | CC BY 3.0
Christ Church Lutheran
Source: Wikipedia User Elkman | GFDL
The Downtown Minneapolis Target Corporation Store With Its Corporate Headquarters Tower In The Backgroundc Minneapolisc Minnesotac Usa
Source: Wikipedia User Bobak Ha'Eri | GFDL
Rembrandt Lucretia
Source: Public Domain

3 Reviews & Comments About Minneapolis

MR. electric199 · None
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I live in northeast minneapolis and its a safe place to live.

HomeSnacks User · 2018-08-05 01:38:16.771614
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I used to love to visit Minneapolis/St. Paul. The city was clean and well-lit, the people were friendly and willing to help, and I did not feel uneasy while walking about the city.

Recently, an influx of Somalian 'refugees' flooded into the city/metroplex. These 'refugees' have destroyed many areas of the once beautiful city; turning them into slums and crime ridden areas. These people also cause civil disturbance and make visitors feel uncomfortable and add a sense of danger while visiting.

HomeSnacks User · 2018-09-06 03:21:42.227298
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Minneapolis was great for big-city amenities with midwestern charm. I loved the green ways throughout the city for running and biking as well as the metro that was able to get to activities downtown. It was a great place for young professionals and graduate students.

My favorite places were downtown in between concerts, stadiums, restaurants, festivals, and food markets. The ease of getting around without a car if you lived around the green line stood out for me.

Rankings & Articles For Minneapolis

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Map Of Minneapolis, MN

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Minneapolis Demographics And Statistics

Population over time in Minneapolis

The current population in Minneapolis is 427,246. The population has increased 12.5% from 2010.

Year Population % Change
2024 427,246 0.1%
2023 426,845 -0.0%
2022 426,877 0.4%
2021 425,091 0.1%
2020 424,536 1.0%
2019 420,324 1.0%
2018 416,021 1.1%
2017 411,452 1.7%
2016 404,670 1.2%
2015 399,950 1.4%
2014 394,424 1.4%
2013 389,112 1.1%
2012 385,023 0.8%
2011 381,833 0.6%
2010 379,631 -

Race / Ethnicity in Minneapolis

White 58.8% (251,135)
African American 18.5% (79,251)
American Indian 0.7% (3,045)
Asian 5.3% (22,472)
Hawaiian 0.0% (94)
Other 0.6% (2,739)
Two Or More 6.0% (25,459)
Hispanic 10.1% (43,051)
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Minneapolis is:

  • 58.8% White with 251,135 White residents.

  • 18.5% African American with 79,251 African American residents.

  • 0.7% American Indian with 3,045 American Indian residents.

  • 5.3% Asian with 22,472 Asian residents.

  • 0.0% Hawaiian with 94 Hawaiian residents.

  • 0.6% Other with 2,739 Other residents.

  • 6.0% Two Or More with 25,459 Two Or More residents.

  • 10.1% Hispanic with 43,051 Hispanic residents.

Race Minneapolis MN USA
White 58.8% 75.9% 57.4%
African American 18.5% 6.9% 11.9%
American Indian 0.7% 0.7% 0.5%
Asian 5.3% 5.1% 5.9%
Hawaiian 0.0% 0.0% 0.2%
Other 0.6% 0.5% 0.6%
Two Or More 6.0% 4.5% 4.3%
Hispanic 10.1% 6.4% 19.3%

Gender in Minneapolis

Female 49.1% (209,692)
Male 50.9% (217,554)
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  • Minneapolis is 49.1% female with 209,692 female residents.

  • Minneapolis is 50.9% male with 217,554 male residents.

Gender Minneapolis MN USA
Female 49.1% 49.9% 50.5%
Male 50.9% 50.1% 49.5%

Highest level of educational attainment in Minneapolis for adults over 25

< 9th Grade 4.0% (17,089)
9-12th Grade 4.0% (17,089)
High School / GED 14.0% (59,814)
Some College 16.0% (68,359)
Associate's Degree 7.0% (29,907)
Bachelor's Degree 33.0% (140,991)
Master's Degree 15.0% (64,086)
Professional Degree 4.0% (17,089)
Doctorate Degree 3.0% (12,817)
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  • 4.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed < 9th grade.

  • 4.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed 9-12th grade.

  • 14.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed high school / ged.

  • 16.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed some college.

  • 7.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed associate's degree.

  • 33.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed bachelor's degree.

  • 15.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed master's degree.

  • 4.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed professional degree.

  • 3.0% of adults in Minneapolis completed doctorate degree.

Education Minneapolis MN USA
< 9th Grade 4.0% 3.0% 4.0%
9-12th Grade 4.0% 3.0% 6.0%
High School / GED 14.0% 23.0% 26.0%
Some College 16.0% 19.0% 19.0%
Associate's Degree 7.0% 12.0% 9.0%
Bachelor's Degree 33.0% 26.0% 22.0%
Master's Degree 15.0% 10.0% 10.0%
Professional Degree 4.0% 2.0% 2.0%
Doctorate Degree 3.0% 2.0% 2.0%

Household Income For Minneapolis, Minnesota

Less than $10,000 6.0% (2,567,013)
$10,000 to $14,999 4.1% (1,770,751)
$15,000 to $24,999 6.1% (2,607,580)
$25,000 to $34,999 6.1% (2,607,137)
$35,000 to $49,999 9.5% (4,038,280)
$50,000 to $74,999 15.1% (6,442,140)
$75,000 to $99,999 12.1% (5,170,604)
$100,000 to $149,999 17.4% (7,438,798)
$150,000 to $199,999 9.4% (4,003,921)
$200,000 or more 14.2% (6,078,369)
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  • 6.0% of households in Minneapolis earn Less than $10,000.

  • 4.1% of households in Minneapolis earn $10,000 to $14,999.

  • 6.1% of households in Minneapolis earn $15,000 to $24,999.

  • 6.1% of households in Minneapolis earn $25,000 to $34,999.

  • 9.5% of households in Minneapolis earn $35,000 to $49,999.

  • 15.1% of households in Minneapolis earn $50,000 to $74,999.

  • 12.1% of households in Minneapolis earn $75,000 to $99,999.

  • 17.4% of households in Minneapolis earn $100,000 to $149,999.

  • 9.4% of households in Minneapolis earn $150,000 to $199,999.

  • 14.2% of households in Minneapolis earn $200,000 or more.

Income Minneapolis MN USA
Less than $10,000 6.0% 3.8% 5.0%
$10,000 to $14,999 4.1% 2.7% 3.4%
$15,000 to $24,999 6.1% 5.2% 6.3%
$25,000 to $34,999 6.1% 5.6% 6.6%
$35,000 to $49,999 9.5% 9.3% 10.1%
$50,000 to $74,999 15.1% 15.6% 15.5%
$75,000 to $99,999 12.1% 13.2% 12.6%
$100,000 to $149,999 17.4% 19.6% 17.5%
$150,000 to $199,999 9.4% 11.2% 9.6%
$200,000 or more 14.2% 13.8% 13.4%

Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)