Eagan

Eagan, Minnesota Overview

Eagan scores 61.2/100 overall (A), ranking #10 of 20 cities in Minnesota — below the state composite of 76.7. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 86/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 31/100.

Income & Employment in Eagan

The median household income in Eagan is $101,896, 19% above the statewide median of $85,551. The local unemployment rate of 2.5% is lower than the state’s 3.4%. Population declined 0.5%.

Safety in Eagan

Eagan’s violent crime rate of 107.6 per 100,000 is well below both the Minnesota rate of 256 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1997.2 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Eagan

Eagan has a cost of living index of 104.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $380,800. Median monthly rent is $1,604. Renters spend 18.9% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Eagan

The adult obesity rate in Eagan is 33.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.2%. Residents average 13.8 poor mental health days per month. Minnesota ranks #6 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Eagan

Eagan has a high school graduation rate of 86.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 16.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,470. The city has 13 public schools serving 9,756 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Eagan

Winters in Eagan are cold, averaging 24.5°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 24.5°F. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. 17.3% of workers in Eagan work from home, well above the national average.

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