Where is Minneapolis, MN?

Minneapolis is located in the southern part of the Minnesota. It is the largest city in the state of Minnesota, and the 48th largest in the United States.

Minnesota Location Map

About Map: Map showing Location Map of Minneapolis in the Minnesota State, USA.

Minneapolis is the the seat of Hennepin County and most populous city in Minnesota, with an estimated population of 429,606 as of 2019, it is the 46th most populous city in the US. Minneapolis situated on both banks of the Mississippi River, just north of the river's of Minnesota River, and adjoins Saint Paul, the state's capital.

Minneapolis, Minnesota Quick Facts

Location and Surroundings

Minneapolis is located in Hennepin County in southeastern Minnesota along the Mississippi River. It lies adjacent to Saint Paul, forming the core of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The city is known for its lakes, parks, arts scene, corporate headquarters, healthcare systems, and strong regional economy.

Nearby Cities to Minneapolis, Minnesota

• Saint Paul, Minnesota - 10 mi East
• St. Louis Park, Minnesota - 5 mi West
• Golden Valley, Minnesota - 6 mi Northwest
• Richfield, Minnesota - 7 mi South
• Edina, Minnesota - 8 mi Southwest
• Brooklyn Center, Minnesota - 9 mi Northwest
• Bloomington, Minnesota - 11 mi South
• Plymouth, Minnesota - 13 mi West
• Eagan, Minnesota - 15 mi Southeast
• Maple Grove, Minnesota - 16 mi Northwest

Minneapolis, Minnesota Climate and Weather Overview

Driving Distances from Minneapolis, Minnesota

Transportation and Connectivity in Minneapolis, Minnesota

• Interstate 35W - Major north-south route through Minneapolis connecting downtown with southern suburbs.
• Interstate 94 - Connects Minneapolis with Saint Paul, Fargo, and Chicago.
• Interstate 394 - Links downtown Minneapolis with western suburbs.
• Interstate 494 - Beltway serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• US Highway 169 - Important regional route connecting suburban communities.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Waterbodies in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Mississippi River, Lake Harriet, Bde Maka Ska, Lake of the Isles, Cedar Lake, Nokomis Lake, Minnehaha Creek, Bassett Creek, Brownie Lake, Wirth Lake

Golf Courses in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Theodore Wirth Golf Club, Hiawatha Golf Course, Columbia Golf Club, Meadowbrook Golf Course, Gross National Golf Club, Braemar Golf Course, Edina Country Club, Interlachen Country Club, Minneapolis Golf Club, Town & Country Club

Economy and Major Employers in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Colleges and Universities in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Minneapolis, Minnesota - Key Historical Facts

• Minneapolis was founded around Saint Anthony Falls, the only major waterfall on the Mississippi River.
• The city became a global center for flour milling during the late nineteenth century.
• Its extensive park system and chain of lakes helped establish Minneapolis as a leader in urban planning.
• Minneapolis and Saint Paul grew together to form the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• The city developed into a major center for finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and higher education.
• Today, Minneapolis is recognized for its quality of life, cultural institutions, outdoor recreation, and diverse economy.

Sources

• Official City of Minneapolis Website
• Hennepin County Official Website
• U.S. Census Bureau
• U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
• National Weather Service

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