Plymouth, Minnesota
Plymouth: The second most populous city in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
About
Plymouth is a city located in the county of Hennepin in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 70,576 and a population density of 771 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 79,635 inhabitants.
The city was created 174 years ago in 1851.
Plymouth is a suburban city located northwest of Minneapolis in Hennepin County, Minnesota. As of July 29, 2023, the estimated population of Plymouth is 79,595. Here are some key details about the city:
History
Plymouth was first settled in the 1850s and was named for Plymouth, Massachusetts. It was officially incorporated as a city in 1955.
Location & Geography
Plymouth is situated along the Medicine Lake and Gleason Lake. It is bordered by Wayzata, Maple Grove, and Medina. Major highways include Interstate 494 and Minnesota State Highway 55.
Economy & Culture
Plymouth is home to major companies like Christopher & Banks clothing retailer and mortgage company Guaranty Mortgage. The city also contains retail centers like Plymouth Crossroads. Cultural attractions include the Plymouth Arts Center.
Parks & Recreation
Plymouth maintains over 1,500 acres of parkland including Gleason Lake Park and Elm Creek Park Reserve. There are also around 90 miles of trails for recreation. Golf courses include Interlachen Country Club.
Education
Top school districts in Plymouth include Robbinsdale Area Schools and Wayzata Public Schools. Higher education options include Hennepin Technical College.
In summary, Plymouth is a growing suburban city near Minneapolis known for its parks, lakes, trails, shopping, and quality school system. It provides residents with a range of employment, cultural, and recreational amenities.
Quick Facts about Plymouth
| Population | 79,635 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Hennepin County |
| Postal code | 55447, 55446, 55442, 55441 |
| Phone Area Codes | 763 |
| Area | 91.51 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 45.0105,-93.4555 |
| Altitude | 971 feet / 296 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1852 (174 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 08:50:49 (16th April 2026) |
| Density | 870 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 11.38% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 77℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Plymouth is located at 45°0'38"N 93°27'20"W (45.0105200, -93.4555100). It has 8 neighbors: Orono, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, Medina, Minnetonka, New Hope, Saint Louis Park and Wayzata.
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 77. Southeast wind 0 to 15 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Plymouth increased by 11.38% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 | 393 | - | |
| 2010 | 70,576 | 99.44% | census |
| 2011 | 71,703 | 1.57% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 73,104 | 1.92% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 74,096 | 1.34% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 75,176 | 1.44% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 76,034 | 1.13% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 77,341 | 1.69% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 78,128 | 1.01% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 79,345 | 1.53% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 79,768 | 0.53% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 79,635 | -0.17% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 12,232 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 12,138 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 0.8% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 12,448 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 12,140 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 4.9% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 18.5% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 16.0% |
| Female persons, % : | 52.2% |
| White only, percent : | 89.8% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 2.2% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.0% |
| Asians alone % : | 2.0% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 5.1% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 4.5% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 87.4% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 725 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 5.4% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 71.7% |
Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 71.7% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $197,000 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $1,599 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $612 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $962 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 4,884 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.49 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 85.1% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 7.2% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 87.5% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 82.8% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 91.7% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 24.9% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 10.9% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 4.2% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 66.7% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 63.7% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 14,881 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 135,010 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 161,814 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $13,316 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 27.7 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $64,651 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $32,495 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 11.3% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 827 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 548 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 199 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 35 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 735 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 77 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 688 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 384.4 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 31.58 |
Services and Civic Places in Plymouth
1Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth, MN 55447 View details
Phone: +17635095000 | Website available
2Plymouth City Offices
3400 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth, MN 55447 View details
Phone: +17635095050 | Website available
3Plymouth City Assessing
3400 Plymouth Blvd, Plymouth, MN 55447 View details
Phone: +17635095350 | Website available
People born in Plymouth (28)
People born in Plymouth, including American-born German ice hockey player Evan Kaufmann, Player of football Marion Barber III, ice hockey player Blake Wheeler, .
More notable people
- Michael Zacharias (American ice hockey player) he was born in 21/05/1985
- Yayra Erica Nego (American model) she was born in 06/08/1985
- David Gaither (Minnesota politician) he was born in 04/03/1957
- Derek Peltier (American ice hockey player) he was born in 14/03/1985
- Dominique Barber (Player of American football) he was born in 02/08/1986
- Everette Pedescleaux (American football player) he was born in 19/01/1985
- Heather Arseth (Mauritian swimmer) she was born in 09/08/1993
- Johann Kroll (American ice hockey player) he was born in 23/02/1984
- Kent Patterson (American ice hockey goaltender) he was born in 15/09/1989
- Kirsten Gronfield (American comedian) she was born in 29/11/1977
- Matt Case (American ice hockey defenceman) he was born in 16/02/1986
- Laura Halldorson (American ice hockey player) she was born in 12/01/1963
- Michael McBroom (American swimmer) he was born in 16/05/1991
- Grant Besse (American ice hockey player) he was born in 14/07/1994
- Kurt Davis (American ice hockey player) he was born in 13/08/1986
- Dani Cameranesi (American ice hockey player) she was born in 30/06/1995
- Ben Paska (ice hockey player (1989-)) he was born in 15/03/1989
- A. J. Tarpley (American-football player (1992-)) he was born in 30/04/1992
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Plymouth, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 480170 | Minnesota School of Cosmetology-Plymouth Campus | Plymouth (MN) | 55447 |
| 443979 | PCI Academy-Plymouth | Plymouth (MN) | 55446 |
| 174154 | Herzing University-Minneapolis | St. Louis Park (MN) | 55426 |
| 173708 | Hennepin Technical College | Brooklyn Park (MN) | 55445 |
| 174376 | North Hennepin Community College | Brooklyn Park (MN) | 55445 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Plymouth, MN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP | Saint Paul Union Depot | Midway Station | RAIL |
| SCD | St. Cloud | 555 East St. Germain Street | RAIL |
| RDW | Red Wing station | 420 Levee Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Plymouth.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Post Office | Minneapolis (MN) | 55447 |
| Lost Lak Post Office | Minneapolis (MN) | 55442 |
| Hamel Post Office | Hamel (MN) | 55340 |
| Wayzata Post Office | Wayzata (MN) | 55391 |
| Golden Valley Post Office | Minneapolis (MN) | 55427 |
Other places with the same name (19)
- Plymouth, Massachusetts county seat town in Plymouth County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 62,654 people.
- Plymouth, Connecticut town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 11,552 people.
- Plymouth, Indiana city in Marshall County, Indiana, United States with a population of 9,953 people.
- Plymouth, Michigan city in Wayne County, in the U. with a population of 9,139 people.
- Plymouth, Michigan city in Wayne County, in the U. with a population of 8,905 people.
- Plymouth, New Hampshire town in New Hampshire with a population of 6,916 people.
- Plymouth, Pennsylvania borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania with a population of 5,752 people.
- Plymouth, North Carolina town in North Carolina, United States with a population of 3,332 people.
- Plymouth, Wisconsin city in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 3,182 people.
- Plymouth, Ohio town with a population of 1,789 people.
- Plymouth, New York New York State with a population of 1,697 people.
- Plymouth, Maine town in Penobscot County, Maine, United States with a population of 1,356 people.
- Plymouth, California city in Amador County, California, USA with a population of 1,043 people.
- Plymouth, Vermont town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States with a population of 599 people.
- Plymouth, Utah town in Box Elder County, Utah, United States with a population of 464 people.
- Plymouth, Illinois village in the United States with a population of 459 people.
- Plymouth, Nebraska village in the United States with a population of 379 people.
- Plymouth, Iowa city in Cerro Gordo County, Iowa, United States with a population of 361 people.
- Plymouth, Kansas human settlement in United States of America with a population of 273 people.
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. |
| 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. |
| Eden Prairie | 64,894 | The 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
Plymouth distances to largest Minnesota cities