Minnesota

Key Details

• Minnesota's current population exceeds 5,706,494, making it the country's 22nd most populous state.
• In 2022, the state boasted 2,493,956 housing units, with 9.5% reported as vacant. The average household size stood at 2.1.
• Approximately 23.4% of Minnesota residents have completed high school or an equivalent level of education, and 25.4% have obtained a bachelor's degree.
• The 2024 Governor of Minnesota is Tim Walz of the Democratic Party.
• The median household income in Minnesota is $82,338, which is higher than the national average.
• Minnesota's life expectancy at birth is 79 years.

Minnesota Population Demographics

Minnesota has a diverse demographic makeup. Predominantly, White residents constitute 77.7% of the population, followed by Black Americans at 6.62% and Asians at 4.99%. The White Hispanic community represents a smaller portion of the population at just 2%.

Regarding gender distribution, the population is almost evenly split, with 49.9% female and 50.1% male. Interestingly, a shift occurs as the population ages, with females outnumbering males, particularly those aged 55–59.

Minnesota is home to many foreign-born residents, totaling over 479,231 and comprising 8.5% of the population. Notably, the immigrant population in the state has grown by 30.6% from 2010 to 2021, reflecting the state's increasing cultural diversity.

Elections and Voting

Minnesota has a predominantly two-party system, with the Democratic and Republican parties vying for political control. Currently, the Democratic party holds a trifecta in Minnesota, with the governor, President of the State Senate, and Speaker of the House all being Democrats. The last time a Republican candidate served as governor of the state was in 2010.

The voting trends in Minnesota's presidential elections mirror this political inclination. In the past three elections, the Democratic party has secured victory in two out of three instances. Specifically, in 2012, 52.65% of votes were cast in favor of the Democratic party, compared to 44.96% for the Republican party. Similarly, in 2016, 46.44% of voters favored the Democratic party, while 44.92% supported the Republican party. In the 2020 election, 52.40% of voters favored the Democratic party, while 45.28% supported the Republican party.

Housing, Income, and Employment

Minnesota has 2,493,956 housing units, including single-family homes, apartments, and condominiums. Among these units, 237,830 vacancies have been reported, reflecting potential fluctuations in the housing market. Most housing units accommodate two or three-person households, with only 22.3% designed for larger families of four or more individuals. Notably, this distribution underscores the state's prevalent demographic composition and residential preferences. A notable contrast is observed in housing affordability between Minnesota and the national average. The median cost of a mid-tier home in the United States is approximately $350,000, whereas Minnesota's average is significantly lower at $200,000.

Furthermore, lower-tier homes are even more economically accessible, with an average price of nearly $50,000, illustrating diverse affordability levels within the state. However, residents of Minnesota require at least an income above $50,000 to afford even a lower house. With their median income at $82,338, most of the population may spend more than half of their income on housing costs.

In 2024, Minnesota's unemployment rate increased to 2.9%, lower than the national average of 4.1%.

Minnesota Crime Rates

In 2022, Minnesota was listed as the 29th "most dangerous" state in the United States. This ranking was based on a violent crime rate of 2.81 per 1,000 residents and a property crime rate of 19.67 per 1,000 residents. The breakdown of violent crimes in Minnesota is as follows: - Aggravated Assault: 64% - Robberies: 20% - Rape: 14% - Homicide: 1%.

The breakdown of property crime in Minnesota includes:

• A 74.4% increase in auto theft.
• A 10.8% increase in burglary.
• A 14.6% increase in motor vehicle theft.

Hennepin, Ramsey, and Clay Counties have the highest violent crime rates, with 395 violent crimes for every 100,000 residents in 2021/

How to Find People in Minnesota

You can find people in Minnesota using online search tools to check social media or request public records for information. These tools can search for basic details through government documents, Twitter posts, and professional profiles. They can also provide a person's address and history and quickly locate lost relatives, old roommates, or childhood friends. Additionally, these tools can help find people for legal matters. Not only can you find someone's address, but you can also find their social and professional profiles, allowing you to reach out through phone, email, or messaging apps.

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