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Is Eden Prairie a Good Place to Live? Eden Prairie, Minnesota: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Eden Prairie ranks #35 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #18 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (54 per 100,000, #14 of 444) and low poverty (4.6%, #30 of 524), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
Eden Prairie by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Eden Prairie's rank among the tracked cities and the US figure (or the similar-size median where there is no national figure).
What is the cost of living in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie's cost of living index is 104.8, 5% above the US level of 100 and #935 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,833/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $502,326, 43% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
| Measure | Eden Prairie | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of living indexBEA Regional Price Parities, metro area · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size 102.4 · US 100 | 104.8#935 of 1,308 | 98.6 | 102.4 | 100 |
| Typical home valueZillow Home Value Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $431,438 · US $368,697 | $502,326#817 of 1,187 | $350,752 | $431,438 | $368,697 |
| Typical asking rentZillow Observed Rent Index · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,884/mo · US $1,948/mo | $1,811/mo#585 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $473,900#937 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,833/mo#991 of 1,309 | — | $1,633/mo | — |
| Home value to incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.5x | 3.6x#435 of 1,309 | — | 4.5x | — |
| Rent as a share of incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 22.2% | 16.9%#144 of 1,309 | — | 22.2% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. Zillow figures track homes and rentals on the market now; Census figures are survey medians of all homes and leases, so the two differ.
Eden Prairie housing market · August
Typical home value is a monthly index of homes in the middle third of the market; the Census figures above are survey medians and will differ. Source in the data sources list below. Eden Prairie is in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro.
Minnesota housing market →Is Eden Prairie safe?
Eden Prairie recorded 54 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 83% below the US rate of 328 and 76% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #35 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #14 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Eden Prairie Police Department. Property crime runs 1,066 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Eden Prairie | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 54#35 of 1,085 | 224 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 1,066#249 of 1,085 | 1,412 | 1,550 | 1,548 |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. City rates come from each police agency's report to the FBI and are not strictly comparable across agencies.
What do people earn in Eden Prairie?
The median household in Eden Prairie earns $130,489, 57% above the US figure of $83,163 and 50% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Eden Prairie | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $130,489#106 of 1,312 | $87,117 | $83,646 | $83,163 |
| Unemployment rateBLS LAUS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 4.2% · US 4.3% | 3.3%#186 of 1,058 | 3.9% | 4.2% | 4.3% |
| Poverty rateCensus ACS · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.8% | 4.6%#83 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +0.1%#597 of 1,132 | +0.6% | +0.2% | +0.5% |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure.
Who lives in Eden Prairie?
The median resident of Eden Prairie is 41.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 64.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #86 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 76.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Eden Prairie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 41.3 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 64.9%#86 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 76.1% | 61.7% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure.
How are Eden Prairie's schools and health?
Eden Prairie's 9 public schools graduate 94.3% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 14.7 students per teacher and $15,360 spent per pupil. 24.3% of adults are obese and 7.3% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Eden Prairie | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 94.3%#114 of 1,063 | 83.6% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 14.7#405 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $15,360#538 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 24.3%#115 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 7.3%#59 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 12.9%#56 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 5.6%#117 of 1,311 | — | 10.1% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. 8,689 students are enrolled in Eden Prairie's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Eden Prairie?
The average commute in Eden Prairie is 21.4 minutes (Minnesota 22.7); 2.1% of workers take transit and 31.7% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Eden Prairie scores 8 of 20 (below average walkable), #1058 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 71.5°F and winters 19.2°F, with 30.6 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Eden Prairie | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 21.4 min#459 of 1,312 | 22.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 3.4%#276 of 1,312 | 4.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 59.1% | 70.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 0.6% | 2.6% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 31.7% | 14.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 8#1058 of 1,312 | — | 11.1 | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). Minnesota is the statewide figure. — means our sources have no statewide or national figure for that measure. The walkability index is the EPA's, averaged over the city's neighborhoods by population.
| Month | Average high (°F) | Average low (°F) | Precipitation (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.4 | 7.7 | 0.7 |
| Feb | 28.6 | 11.5 | 0.6 |
| Mar | 41.9 | 24.3 | 1.5 |
| Apr | 57.1 | 37.1 | 2.7 |
| May | 70 | 49.3 | 3.9 |
| Jun | 79.4 | 59.3 | 4.7 |
| Jul | 83.7 | 64 | 4.3 |
| Aug | 81.2 | 61.6 | 4.7 |
| Sep | 73.7 | 53.3 | 3.1 |
| Oct | 59 | 40.1 | 2.3 |
| Nov | 42.5 | 27 | 1.4 |
| Dec | 29.1 | 14 | 0.9 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Minneapolis Flying Cloud Airport.
| Measure | Eden Prairie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 46.7°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 71.5°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 19.2°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 30.6 in | 38.3 in | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Minneapolis Flying Cloud Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Eden Prairie?
Hennepin County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 58% of measured days were rated good; 10 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles. Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Hennepin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.1% of building value, lower than 86% of US counties.
| Measure | Eden Prairie | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median air quality index (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = cleanestSimilar-size 44 | 45#664 of 1,138 | 44 | — |
| Unhealthy air days a year (county)EPA Air Quality System · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 3 | 10#859 of 1,138 | 3 | — |
| Yearly hazard losses, share of building value (county)FEMA National Risk Index · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 0.15% | 0.1%#214 of 1,312 | 0.15% | — |
Rank is among the tracked cities with data for that measure. Similar-size cities are the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track (median). — means our sources have no national figure for that measure. County figures for Hennepin County: the EPA measures air at monitors and FEMA estimates hazard losses by county, not by city.
Natural hazard losses, Hennepin County
| Hazard | Yearly loss | Higher than |
|---|---|---|
| Hail | 0.01% | 85% of counties |
| Tornado | 0.013% | 68% of counties |
| Strong wind | 0.0023% | 55% of counties |
| Inland flooding | 0.063% | 26% of counties |
FEMA National Risk Index: expected yearly building losses from each hazard as a share of the county's building value, compared with every US county exposed to that hazard. Loss rates, unlike FEMA's risk ratings, do not rise just because a county has more property.
How does Eden Prairie compare with similar-size cities?
Eden Prairie is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #18 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 63,051.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Prairie, MNPop. 63,051 | #35 | 71.7 | $130,489 | $1,833/mo | 54 | 21.4 min |
| Hamilton, OHPop. 63,468 | #1098 | 47.9 | $55,166 | $1,007/mo | 295 | 24.5 min |
| Moore, OKPop. 63,420 | #607 | 56.6 | $80,420 | $1,340/mo | 230 | 22.9 min |
| Brookline, MAPop. 63,266 | #2 | 79.5 | $142,101 | $2,835/mo | 124 | 27.1 min |
| Porterville, CAPop. 63,157 | #1259 | 41.8 | $60,461 | $1,148/mo | 332 | 23.5 min |
| Hendersonville, TNPop. 63,091 | #325 | 61.5 | $97,200 | $1,653/mo | 140 | 29.7 min |
| Lakewood, WAPop. 62,937 | #1099 | 47.9 | $74,720 | $1,525/mo | 514 | 29.3 min |
| Bossier City, LAPop. 62,901 | #1154 | 46.5 | $55,819 | $1,107/mo | 704 | 18 min |
| Council Bluffs, IAPop. 62,586 | #876 | 52.1 | $64,578 | $1,030/mo | 525 | 17.9 min |
Rank is overall rank of 1,312. Income is median household income; rent is Census median rent; violent crime is per 100,000 residents as reported to the FBI ("no data" and "incomplete" are explained on each city's page).
How does Eden Prairie compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Eden Prairie ranks #3 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 71.7 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 50% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 76% below the statewide rate. Homes are 43% above the typical Minnesota home.
| City | Rank in MN | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edina, MNPop. 53,262 | #1 | 72.2 | $128,767 | $1,844/mo | 52 |
| Minnetonka, MNPop. 53,064 | #2 | 71.8 | $119,517 | $1,779/mo | 101 |
| Eden Prairie, MNPop. 63,051 | #3 | 71.7 | $130,489 | $1,833/mo | 54 |
| Plymouth, MNPop. 79,220 | #4 | 71.5 | $136,534 | $1,766/mo | 65 |
| Lakeville, MNPop. 74,354 | #5 | 70.9 | $139,041 | $1,806/mo | 92 |
| Maple Grove, MNPop. 71,173 | #6 | 69.2 | $132,731 | $1,868/mo | 112 |
| Woodbury, MNPop. 78,305 | #7 | 68.4 | $125,310 | $1,908/mo | 75 |
| St. Louis Park, MNPop. 49,594 | #8 | 68.0 | $101,648 | $1,644/mo | 122 |
| Eagan, MNPop. 68,000 | #9 | 65.7 | $108,690 | $1,679/mo | 130 |
| Apple Valley, MNPop. 55,679 | #10 | 64.0 | $97,673 | $1,738/mo | 204 |
| Blaine, MNPop. 72,488 | #11 | 63.8 | $106,801 | $1,705/mo | 65 |
| Bloomington, MNPop. 88,665 | #12 | 62.8 | $93,211 | $1,561/mo | 283 |
| Rochester, MNPop. 122,330 | #13 | 62.4 | $89,389 | $1,399/mo | 186 |
| Burnsville, MNPop. 64,463 | #14 | 61.7 | $87,024 | $1,513/mo | 163 |
| Brooklyn Park, MNPop. 83,876 | #15 | 61.6 | $89,891 | $1,325/mo | 348 |
| Coon Rapids, MNPop. 63,468 | #16 | 59.7 | $88,251 | $1,494/mo | 146 |
| Duluth, MNPop. 87,093 | #17 | 58.6 | $68,807 | $1,087/mo | 231 |
| St. Paul, MNPop. 307,284 | #18 | 57.9 | $73,394 | $1,281/mo | 491 |
| Minneapolis, MNPop. 427,246 | #19 | 54.0 | $80,846 | $1,371/mo | 1,004 |
| St. Cloud, MNPop. 70,629 | #20 | 51.3 | $61,374 | $1,003/mo | 361 |
All 20 Minnesota cities we track, by overall score. Minnesota statewide: median income $87,117, violent crime 223.5 per 100,000.
How is Eden Prairie's score calculated?
Eden Prairie scores 71.7 out of 100, #35 of 1,312 (grade A+, which follows rank). It is scored on the 10 of 11 categories with local data; outdoor access is left out rather than filled with Minnesota's statewide figure, and the other weights are scaled up to fill the gap. Each score is compared with the median of similar-size cities, which are scored the same way.
- EconomyCity data · 16% of score
Median household income and unemployment in Eden Prairie. Similar-size median 55.5.
80.9 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Eden Prairie's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
95.6 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Eden Prairie. Similar-size median 58.9.
83.9 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Eden Prairie's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
68.8 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Eden Prairie's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
52.7 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Eden Prairie. Similar-size median 56.1.
88.6 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Eden Prairie. Similar-size median 42.4.
44.6 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Eden Prairie. Similar-size median 50.0.
66.3 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Eden Prairie's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
36.8 - EnvironmentCounty data · 4% of score
Air quality and natural hazard losses in the county. Similar-size median 50.8.
68.1 - Outdoor accessNot scored
No city-level park or public land measure exists, so outdoor access is not scored for cities.
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Bar: Eden Prairie's category score out of 100. Tick: median of the 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track. Shares of score are the category weights rescaled over the categories Eden Prairie has data for. City scores use city formulas and are not on the same scale as state scores. Grades follow rank among the 1,312 cities. Methodology
Frequently asked questions about living in Eden Prairie
Is Eden Prairie, MN a good place to live?
Eden Prairie ranks #35 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #18 of 524 smaller cities and #3 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low violent crime (54 per 100,000, #14 of 444) and low poverty (4.6%, #30 of 524), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
What is the cost of living in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie's cost of living index is 104.8, 5% above the US level of 100 and #935 of 1,308 cities with data (1 = cheapest). Median rent is $1,833/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $502,326, 43% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
What is the crime rate in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie recorded 54 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 83% below the US rate of 328 and 76% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #35 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #14 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Eden Prairie Police Department. Property crime runs 1,066 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Eden Prairie?
The median household in Eden Prairie earns $130,489, 57% above the US figure of $83,163 and 50% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.1% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Eden Prairie?
Median rent in Eden Prairie is $1,833/mo (Census), #991 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,811/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 16.9% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Eden Prairie?
The typical home value in Eden Prairie is $502,326, up 2.7% in a year, against $350,752 for Minnesota and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $473,900.
How are the public schools in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie's 9 public schools graduate 94.3% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 14.7 students per teacher and $15,360 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Eden Prairie?
The average commute is 21.4 minutes, #459 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 22.7 minutes across Minnesota. 3.4% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie averages 46.7°F over the year, 71.5°F in summer and 19.2°F in winter, with 30.6 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Eden Prairie walkable?
Eden Prairie scores 8 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #1058 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). The index weighs street intersection density, distance to transit and the mix of homes and jobs in each neighborhood.
What natural disasters is Eden Prairie at risk for?
Relative to other US counties, FEMA's National Risk Index puts Hennepin County's biggest natural hazard losses in hail, tornado, and strong wind, with expected yearly losses of 0.1% of building value, lower than 86% of US counties.
How is the air quality in Eden Prairie?
Hennepin County's air had a median air quality index of 45, and 58% of measured days were rated good; 10 days were unhealthy for sensitive groups or worse, mostly from fine particles.
Who lives in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie has 63,051 residents. The median resident of Eden Prairie is 41.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 64.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #86 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 76.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Eden Prairie compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Eden Prairie ranks #3 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 71.7 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 50% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 76% below the statewide rate. Homes are 43% above the typical Minnesota home.
What cities are similar in size to Eden Prairie?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Eden Prairie's population of 63,051 are Hamilton, OH (#1098 overall), Moore, OK (#607 overall), Brookline, MA (#2 overall), Porterville, CA (#1259 overall), and Hendersonville, TN (#325 overall). Eden Prairie is #35.