Richfield, Minnesota
Richfield: city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States
About
Richfield is a city located in the county of Hennepin in the U.S. state of Minnesota. Its population at the 2010 census was 35,228 and a population density of 1,940 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 36,237 inhabitants.
The city was created 118 years ago in 1907.
Quick Facts about Richfield
| Population | 36,237 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Minnesota (United States) |
| County | Hennepin County |
| Postal code | 55423/55401 |
| Phone Area Codes | 612 |
| Area | 18.16 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.8833,-93.2830 |
| Altitude | 840 feet / 256 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1908 (118 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone |
| Local time | 10:34:09 (4th May 2026) |
| Density | 1,995 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 2.78% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 68℉ Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Hennepin County Minnesota Incorporated and Unincorporated areas Richfield Highlighted locator map image
Geography
Richfield is located at 44°52'60"N 93°16'59"W (44.8833000, -93.2830000). It has 2 neighbors: Edina and Minneapolis.
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Weather
68°F
Partly Sunny
15 mph W
Monday
Partly sunny. High near 68, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. West wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Richfield increased by 2.78% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 35,228 | - | census |
| 2011 | 35,472 | 0.69% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 35,828 | 0.99% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 35,901 | 0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 35,893 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 35,934 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 36,029 | 0.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 36,037 | 0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 35,954 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 36,354 | 1.1% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 36,237 | -0.32% | estimation process |
Demographic Facts
| Estimated population as of July 1, 2019 : | 53,070 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of April 1, 2010 : | 51,266 |
| Based on demographic estimates as of 1 April 2010 : | 3.5% |
| April 1, 2020 Population : | 54,481 |
| April 1, 2010 Population : | 51,251 |
| People under 5 years old, percentage : | 6.2% |
| People under 18 years old, percentage : | 17.1% |
| People over 65 (%) : | 22.5% |
| Female persons, % : | 52.0% |
| White only, percent : | 89.9% |
| Black or African American alone, percent : | 3.8% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native only, % : | 0.4% |
| Asians alone % : | 1.1% |
| Only Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders, % : | 0.0% |
| % of people who have participated in two or more races : | 2.7% |
| % of Hispanic or Latino : | 9.9% |
| White people, not Hispanic or Latino people, make up the majority of the population. : | 82.7% |
| 2015-2019 Veterans : | 2,974 |
| Percentage of foreign-born people, 2015-2019 : | 15.4% |
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 65.8% |
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Economic Facts
| Rate of owner-occupied housing units, 2015-2019 : | 65.8% |
| Owner-occupied housing unit median value, 2015-2019 : | $387,400 |
| From 2015 to 2019, the median selected monthly owner costs - with a mortgage : | $2,039 |
| Monthly owner costs, without a mortgage, at the median, 2015-2019 : | $659 |
| 2015-2019 median gross rent : | $1,366 |
| 2015-2019 Households : | 21,713 |
| Population per household, 2015-2019 : | 2.41 |
| Living in the same house a year ago, percentage of people aged one year and up, 2015-2019 : | 88.0% |
| Languages other than English spoken at home, as a percentage of people aged 5 and up, 2015-2019 : | 21.3% |
| Households with computers, %, 2015-2019 : | 86.5% |
| Percentage of households with a broadband Internet subscription, 2015-2019 : | 81.8% |
| Percentage of people aged 25 and up with a high school diploma or higher, 2015-2019 : | 90.1% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher, proportion of people aged 25 and up, 2015-2019 : | 34.0% |
| Percentage of people under the age of 65 who have a disability, 2015-2019 : | 9.1% |
| Persons under the age of 65 who do not have health insurance, as a percentage : | 3.2% |
| Total civilian labor force, percent of population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 64.0% |
| Female labor force participation in the civilian labor force, as a percentage of the population aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 59.2% |
| Total sales of lodging and food services in 2012 ($1,000) : | 154,677 |
| Total receipts/revenue for health care and social assistance in 2012 ($1,000) : | 594,501 |
| Manufacturers' total shipments in 2012 ($1,000) : | 1,063,923 |
| 2012 total retail sales ($1,000) : | 1,256,022 |
| 2012 total retail sales per capita : | $24,216 |
| Mean commute time to work (in minutes), workers aged 16 and up, 2015-2019 : | 27.8 |
| 2015-2019 median household income (in 2019 dollars) : | $73,217 |
| Income per capita in the previous 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 : | $40,095 |
| Percentage of people living in poverty : | 8.6% |
| Total number of businesses in 2012 : | 4,954 |
| Men-owned businesses in 2012 : | 3,020 |
| Women-owned businesses in 2012 : | 1,380 |
| Minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 496 |
| Non-minority-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,143 |
| Veteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 476 |
| Nonveteran-owned businesses in 2012 : | 4,051 |
| 2010 population per square mile : | 3,161.4 |
| 2010 land area in square miles : | 16.21 |
Services and Civic Places in Richfield
1City of Richfield
Rating: 2.9 (11)
6700 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN 55423 View details
Phone: +16128619700 | Website available
2Richfield City Offices
Rating: 3.7 (10)
6700 Portland Ave, Richfield, MN 55423 View details
Phone: +16128619700 | Website available
People born in Richfield (9)
People born in Richfield, including ice hockey player Steve Christoff, ice hockey player Brett Hauer, environmentalist Will Steger, .
More notable people
- Darby Hendrickson (American ice hockey player) he was born in 28/08/1972
- Nate Winkel (American soccer player) he was born in 30/06/1978
- Mark Guggenberger (American ice hockey goaltender) he was born in 10/01/1989
- Scott Nimerfro (American film producer, television producer and screenwriter (1961-2016)) he was born in 12/07/1961
- Troy Jutting (American ice hockey player)
- David Shute (American ice hockey left winger) he was born in 10/02/1971
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Richfield, MN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172866 | Academy College | Bloomington (MN) | 55431-1411 |
| 174507 | Northwestern Health Sciences University | Bloomington (MN) | 55431 |
| 174978 | Empire Beauty School-Bloomington | Bloomington (MN) | 55420-4232 |
| 174428 | Normandale Community College | Bloomington (MN) | 55431-4399 |
| 174127 | Minneapolis College of Art and Design | Minneapolis (MN) | 55404 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Richfield, 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 |
| MNM | Menomonie, WI | 302 10th Avenue East | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Richfield.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Richfield Post Office | Minneapolis (MN) | 55423 |
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- Richfield, Ohio township in Summit County, Ohio with a population of 3,647 people.
- Richfield, New York town in New York, United States with a population of 2,238 people.
- Richfield, Wisconsin village in Washington County, Wisconsin, United States with a population of 1,502 people.
- Richfield, North Carolina town in North Carolina, United States with a population of 627 people.
- Richfield, Idaho city in Lincoln County, Idaho, United States with a population of 496 people.
- Richfield, Illinois township in Adams County, Illinois with a population of 389 people.
- Richfield, Kansas city in Kansas, United States with a population of 35 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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
Richfield distances to largest Minnesota cities