Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Eden Prairie: The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It is located in the southwestern suburbs of Minneapolis. Eden Prairie is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions.
About
Eden Prairie is a city located in the county of Hennepin in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 60,797 and a population density of 666 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 64,894 inhabitants.
The city was created 165 years ago in 1857.
Eden Prairie is an affluent city and suburb southwest of Minneapolis in Hennepin County, Minnesota. With a population of around 64,000, it is the 12th largest city in Minnesota.
History and Development
The area was originally forest and prairie inhabited by Native Americans. Settlement by European immigrants began in the mid-19th century. Eden Prairie slowly transformed into a suburban commuter town over the course of the 20th century.
Key history facts:
- Founded in 1858 by settlers from Germany, Ireland and Norway
- Incorporated as a village in 1962
- Transitioned into a commuter suburb with construction of I-494 and rapid population growth after 1960
- Became a statutory city in 1974
Economy and Major Industries
Eden Prairie has a strong mixed economy with prominent industries in technology, retail, manufacturing, and healthcare. It is home to over 2,200 businesses, including many Fortune 500 company headquarters.
Major companies based in Eden Prairie:
- C.H. Robinson (logistics services)
- Supervalu (grocery wholesaler)
- Stratasys (3D printing technology)
- Optum (health services subsidiary of UnitedHealth)
The city has many large shopping centers and contains one of the highest concentrations of retail jobs in the Twin Cities metro.
Attractions and Things to Do
Known as a family-friendly community, Eden Prairie offers many parks, recreational centers, and activities. Popular attractions include:
- Eden Prairie Center, one of the largest malls in the state
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve, spanning 700 acres of trails, lakes and preserved natural habitats
- Championship golf courses at Bearpath and Eagle Creek
- Eden Prairie Aquatic Center with water slides and indoor/outdoor pools
- Numerous multipurpose trails for walking, running and biking
With strong industries, wealthy residents, and suburban amenities, Eden Prairie has emerged as one of the most desirable suburbs in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area.
Quick Facts about Eden Prairie
| Population : | 64,894 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Minnesota (United States) |
| County : | Hennepin County |
| Postal code : | 55344, 55346, 55347 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 952 |
| Area : | 91.33 km2 |
| Altitude : | 886 feet / 270 meters |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1858 (165 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/Chicago |
| Local time : | 11:09:59 (22nd September 2023) |
| Density : | 711 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 6.31% (2010-2020) |
| Weather : | 76℉ Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Eden Prairie is located at 44°51'17"N 93°28'15"W (44.8546900, -93.4707900). It has 3 neighbors: Chanhassen, Edina and Minnetonka.
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Weather
Eden Prairie forecast: Patchy fog before 9am. Partly sunny, with a high near 76. East southeast wind 5 to 15 mph. more
- Official Website
Official website of Eden Prairie
Eden Prairie has 3 neighbours.
- Chanhassen city in Minnesota, United States
- Edina The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It is located in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Edina is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Edina Historical Society and the Edina Community Center.
- Minnetonka The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. It is located on the Mississippi River in the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. Minnetonka is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Minnetonka City Hall and the Minnetonka Historical Society.
Demographics
The population of Eden Prairie increased by 6.31% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 60,797 | - | census |
| 2011 | 61,667 | 1.41% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 62,392 | 1.16% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 62,673 | 0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 63,341 | 1.05% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 63,608 | 0.42% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 64,001 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 64,193 | 0.3% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 64,263 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 64,893 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 64,894 | 0% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 89,541 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 88,865 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 0.8% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 94,000 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 88,857 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 6.9% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 20.7% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 16.6% |
| Female persons, % : | 51.5% |
| White only, percent : | 80.6% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 5.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.1% |
| Asians alone % : | 1.9% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 4.4% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 10.5% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 77.2% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 4,496 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 20.0% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 36.3% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 36.3% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $242,200 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,711 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $588 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $804 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 38,456 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.29 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 84.9% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 36.4% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 81.9% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 70.2% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 74.6% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 15.4% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 16.2% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 5.0% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 59.3% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 55.7% |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 1,085,174 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 894,100 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 811,333 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $9,122 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 24.9 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $43,503 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $25,661 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 19.7% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 5,214 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 2,838 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,850 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 785 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,195 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 377 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,469 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 2,681.9 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 33.13 |
People born in Eden Prairie (17)
People born in Eden Prairie, including ice hockey player Nick Leddy, ice hockey player Chad Rau, baseball player Cole De Vries, .
List
- Susan Rapp (American swimmer, Olympic silver medalist, Masters world record holder) she was born in 05/07/1965
- Jay Foreman (American football player) he was born in 18/02/1976
- Paul H. Anderson (American judge) he was born in 14/05/1943
- Tyler Howells (American ice hockey player) he was born in 20/10/1983
- Kyle Rau (American ice hockey player) he was born in 24/10/1992
- Carter Bykowski (American football player) he was born in 25/07/1990
- Todd Downing (American football coach) he was born in 22/07/1980
- Kyle Bratrud (American cross-country skier) he was born in 09/02/1993
- Sarah Wilhite (US volleyball player) she was born in 30/07/1995
- Olivia Nova (American movie actress) she was born in 28/04/1997
- Blake Cashman (American football linebacker) he was born in 10/05/1996
- Ryan Connelly (American football linebacker) he was born in 23/10/1995
- Benjamin Husaby (American cross-country skier) he was born in 26/12/1965
- Carly Bullock (American ice hockey player) she was born in 04/03/1998
Schools in Eden Prairie
College & universities near Eden Prairie, MN
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 374024 | Adler Graduate School | Minnetonka (MN) | 55343 |
| 486284 | Bethany Global University | Bloomington (MN) | 55438-2849 |
| 174428 | Normandale Community College | Bloomington (MN) | 55431-4399 |
| 172866 | Academy College | Bloomington (MN) | 55431-1411 |
| 174507 | Northwestern Health Sciences University | Bloomington (MN) | 55431 |
Stations (3)
Amtrak & bus stations near Eden Prairie, MN
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP | Saint Paul Union Depot | Midway Station | RAIL |
| RDW | Red Wing station | 420 Levee Street | RAIL |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Eden Prairie
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Prair Post Office | Eden Prairie (MN) | 55344 |
| Chanhassen Post Office | Chanhassen (MN) | 55317 |
| Minnetonka Post Office | Minnetonka (MN) | 55345 |
| Chanhassen Carrier Annex Post Office | Chanhassen (MN) | 55317 |
| Shak Post Office | Shakopee (MN) | 55379 |
Other cities in Hennepin County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Hennepin County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 433,111 | The largest city in Minnesota, Minneapolis is a major center for business, finance, and culture. |
| Bloomington | 84,583 | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Plymouth | 79,635 | The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Brooklyn Park | 79,574 | The third most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Maple Grove | 72,881 | The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| West Co on Rapids | 62,528 | A city in Anoka County, Minnesota. |
| Minnetonka | 55,370 | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Edina | 52,477 | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Minnetonka Mills | 50,117 | A city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Saint Louis Park | 48,821 | The most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota. |
| Richfield | 36,237 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States |
| Brooklyn Center | 30,253 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota |
| Champlin | 25,049 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota |
| Crystal | 22,581 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States |
| New Hope | 20,641 | City in Hennepin County, Minnesota |
| Hopkins | 18,208 | University in Baltimore, Maryland, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Eden Prairie distances to largest Minnesota cities
