Chanhassen, Minnesota
Chanhassen: city in Minnesota, United States
About
Chanhassen is a city located in the county of Carver in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 22,952 and a population density of 388 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 26,546 inhabitants.
The city was created 57 years ago in 1968.
Chanhassen is a great city to live in. There are many parks and lakes for recreation, as well as plenty of places to shop or dine out. The city is about 16 miles southwest of Minneapolis, which makes it easy for residents to commute into the city for work or play.
The population is about 25,965 people, and that number is expected to rise over the next few years due to continued development in the area.
Chanhassen has a low crime rate compared with other cities in Minnesota; there were only 20 violent crimes reported in 2018.
Quick Facts about Chanhassen
| Population | 26,546 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Carver County |
| Postal code | 55317 |
| Phone Area Codes | 952 |
| Area | 59.13 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.8622,-93.5308 |
| Altitude | 968 feet / 295 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1969 (57 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 19:43:39 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 449 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 13.54% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Chanhassen is located at 44°51'44"N 93°31'51"W (44.8621900, -93.5307900). It has 2 neighbors: Eden Prairie and Excelsior.
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 82. Southeast wind 5 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Chanhassen
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Chanhassen increased by 13.54% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,952 | - | census |
| 2011 | 23,405 | 1.94% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 23,846 | 1.85% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 24,407 | 2.3% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 24,892 | 1.95% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 25,212 | 1.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 25,453 | 0.95% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 25,562 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 25,672 | 0.43% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 26,389 | 2.72% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 26,546 | 0.59% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Chanhassen
1Chanhassen City Adm
7700 Market Blvd, Chanhassen, MN 55317 View details
Phone: +19522271100 | Website available
People born in Chanhassen (7)
People born in Chanhassen, including ice hockey player Stu Bickel, actor Brandon Ruckdashel, politician Claire Robling, .
More notable people
- Peter Westerhaus (American football player) he was born in 04/12/1992
- Tim Mattran (Player of American football) he was born in 23/10/1984
- Jordyn Burns (American women's ice hockey player) she was born in 29/09/1992
- Rachel Ramsey (ice hockey player (1992-)) she was born in 14/10/1992
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Chanhassen, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 374024 | Adler Graduate School | Minnetonka (MN) | 55343 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Chanhassen, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| 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 |
Closest post offices linked to Chanhassen.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chanhassen Post Office | Chanhassen (MN) | 55317 |
Other cities in Carver County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Carver County , MN. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Chaska | 27,272 | City in Minnesota |
| Victoria | 10,667 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Carver | 5,863 | City in Carver County, Minnesota |
| Norwood Young America | 3,794 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Mayer | 2,320 | City in Minnesota, United States |
| Cologne | 1,860 | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| Waconia | 1,194 | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| Watertown | 1,189 | Township in Carver County, Minnesota |
| Hollywood | 1,075 | Unincorporated community in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| Dahlgren | 890 | Township in Carver County, Minnesota |
| Benton | 824 | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| Hamburg | 526 | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| New Germany | 422 | City in Carver County, Minnesota, United States |
| Maple | 411 | Human settlement in Waconia Township, Minnesota, United States of America |
| Augusta | 102 | Human settlement in United States of America |
| Hazelton | 96 | Township in Aitkin County, Minnesota |
Distance to Other Cities
Chanhassen distances to largest Minnesota cities