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Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live? Plymouth, Minnesota: cost of living, crime, schools and rankings
Plymouth ranks #37 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #19 of 524 smaller cities and #4 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (4.3%, #18 of 524) and low violent crime (65 per 100,000, #21 of 444), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
Plymouth by the numbers
The measures people check first, each with Plymouth'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 Plymouth?
Plymouth'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 $1,766/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $509,531, 45% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
| Measure | Plymouth | 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 | $509,531#830 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 | $1,922/mo#665 of 1,115 | — | $1,884/mo | $1,948/mo |
| Median home value (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $401,950 | $491,200#970 of 1,309 | — | $401,950 | — |
| Median rent (Census)Census ACS · rank 1 = cheapestSimilar-size $1,633/mo | $1,766/mo#938 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% | 15.5%#74 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.
Plymouth 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. Plymouth is in the Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro.
Minnesota housing market →Is Plymouth safe?
Plymouth recorded 65 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 80% below the US rate of 328 and 71% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #57 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #21 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Plymouth Police Department. Property crime runs 856 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
| Measure | Plymouth | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 264 · US 328 | 65#57 of 1,085 | 224 | 264 | 328 |
| Property crime per 100,000FBI Crime Data Explorer · rank 1 = safestSimilar-size 1,550 · US 1,548 | 856#156 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 Plymouth?
The median household in Plymouth earns $136,534, 64% above the US figure of $83,163 and 57% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.2% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
| Measure | Plymouth | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median household incomeCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size $83,646 · US $83,163 | $136,534#81 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% | 4.3%#63 of 1,312 | — | 10.8% | — |
| Population growth, one yearCensus population estimates · rank 1 = fastestSimilar-size +0.2% · US +0.5% | +0.2%#538 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 Plymouth?
The median resident of Plymouth is 40.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 65.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #78 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 75.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
| Measure | Plymouth | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median ageCensus ACSSimilar-size 37.7 | 40.3 | 37.7 | — |
| Adults with a bachelor's degree or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 35.1% | 65.9%#78 of 1,312 | 35.1% | — |
| Homes lived in by their ownerCensus ACSSimilar-size 61.7% | 75.1% | 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 Plymouth's schools and health?
Plymouth's 16 public schools graduate 87.9% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 18.7 students per teacher and $15,491 spent per pupil. 24.1% of adults are obese and 7% have diabetes, against similar-size city medians of 31.9% and 11%.
| Measure | Plymouth | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High school graduation rateDepartment of Education EDFacts · rank 1 = highestSimilar-size 89% | 87.9%#559 of 1,063 | 83.6% | 89% | — |
| Students per teacherNCES Common Core of Data · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 16.4 | 18.7#878 of 1,188 | — | 16.4 | — |
| Spending per pupilNCES school finance survey · rank 1 = mostSimilar-size $15,354 | $15,491#517 of 1,188 | — | $15,354 | — |
| Adult obesityCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 31.9% | 24.1%#106 of 1,311 | — | 31.9% | — |
| Adult diabetesCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 11% | 7%#47 of 1,311 | — | 11% | — |
| Adults with frequent mental distressCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 16.7% | 12.7%#45 of 1,311 | — | 16.7% | — |
| Adults without health insuranceCDC PLACES · rank 1 = lowestSimilar-size 10.1% | 5.3%#90 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. 14,882 students are enrolled in Plymouth's public schools.
What are the commute and weather like in Plymouth?
The average commute in Plymouth is 21.7 minutes (Minnesota 22.7); 1% of workers take transit and 28.8% work from home. On the EPA's walkability index Plymouth scores 10.1 of 20 (below average walkable), #684 of 1,312 cities (1 = most walkable). Summers average 70.7°F and winters 18.8°F, with 30.7 inches of precipitation a year.
| Measure | Plymouth | MinnesotaMN | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average commuteCensus ACS · rank 1 = shortestSimilar-size 25.1 min | 21.7 min#480 of 1,312 | 22.7 min | 25.1 min | — |
| Commutes of an hour or moreCensus ACS · rank 1 = fewestSimilar-size 6.5% | 1.9%#45 of 1,312 | 4.9% | 6.5% | — |
| Drive alone to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 70.8% | 62.7% | 70.7% | 70.8% | — |
| Take transit to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.1% | 1% | 1.8% | 1.1% | — |
| Walk to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 1.4% | 1% | 2.6% | 1.4% | — |
| Bike to workCensus ACSSimilar-size 0.2% | 0% | 0.6% | 0.2% | — |
| Work from homeCensus ACSSimilar-size 13.7% | 28.8% | 14.7% | 13.7% | — |
| Walkability index (1 to 20)EPA National Walkability Index · rank 1 = most walkableSimilar-size 11.1 | 10.1#684 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 | 23.9 | 7.2 | 0.6 |
| Feb | 28.9 | 10.8 | 0.6 |
| Mar | 41.6 | 23.4 | 1.4 |
| Apr | 56.6 | 35.2 | 2.9 |
| May | 69.5 | 47.1 | 4.3 |
| Jun | 79 | 57.9 | 4.4 |
| Jul | 83.3 | 62.5 | 4.2 |
| Aug | 81.1 | 60.5 | 4.1 |
| Sep | 73 | 51.7 | 3.2 |
| Oct | 58.3 | 38.3 | 2.6 |
| Nov | 42.1 | 25.5 | 1.5 |
| Dec | 28.8 | 13.4 | 0.9 |
Top: average low to average high, °F. Bottom: precipitation, inches. NOAA 30-year climate normals at Minneapolis Crystal Airport.
| Measure | Plymouth | Similar-size cities | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperatureNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 58.1°F | 45.8°F | 58.1°F | — |
| Summer average (Jun–Aug)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 74.2°F | 70.7°F | 74.2°F | — |
| Winter average (Dec–Feb)NOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 40.8°F | 18.8°F | 40.8°F | — |
| Precipitation a yearNOAA climate normalsSimilar-size 38.3 in | 30.7 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 Crystal Airport.
What are the air quality and natural hazard risks in Plymouth?
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 | Plymouth | 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 Plymouth compare with similar-size cities?
Plymouth is one of 524 cities of 50,000 to 100,000 we track and ranks #19 of them on overall score. The table sets it beside the 8 cities in other states closest to its population of 79,220.
| City | Rank | Score | Income | Rent | Violent crime | Commute |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth, MNPop. 79,220 | #37 | 71.5 | $136,534 | $1,766/mo | 65 | 21.7 min |
| Bloomington, INPop. 80,049 | #510 | 57.9 | $50,465 | $1,200/mo | 293 | 17.5 min |
| Parma, OHPop. 79,870 | #356 | 60.8 | $69,295 | $1,087/mo | 150 | 24.2 min |
| Pasco, WAPop. 79,575 | #631 | 56.2 | $85,586 | $1,227/mo | 338 | 22.5 min |
| Lynchburg, VAPop. 79,497 | #455 | 58.8 | $57,947 | $1,073/mo | 361 | 16.8 min |
| Upland, CAPop. 79,257 | #729 | 54.5 | $105,830 | $2,029/mo | 333 | 31.1 min |
| Doral, FLPop. 79,216 | #323 | 61.5 | $94,164 | $2,669/mo | 79 | 26.5 min |
| Castle Rock, COPop. 79,123 | #139 | 66.8 | $145,197 | $2,000/mo | 30 | 28.6 min |
| Bloomington, ILPop. 78,907 | #290 | 62.2 | $77,384 | $1,050/mo | 318 | 16.8 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 Plymouth compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Plymouth ranks #4 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 71.5 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 57% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 71% below the statewide rate. Homes are 45% 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 Plymouth's score calculated?
Plymouth scores 71.5 out of 100, #37 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 Plymouth. Similar-size median 55.5.
83.6 - SafetyCity data · 13% of score
Violent and property crime per 100,000 residents, as reported to the FBI by Plymouth's police agency. Similar-size median 77.8.
96.4 - HealthCity data · 13% of score
Adult obesity, diabetes and frequent mental distress in Plymouth. Similar-size median 58.9.
85.1 - EducationCity data · 13% of score
Graduation rate, students per teacher and spending per pupil in Plymouth's public schools. Similar-size median 55.2.
54.4 - AffordabilityCity data · 11% of score
Plymouth's home values and rents and its metro area's price level. Similar-size median 59.3.
52.8 - Household financesCity data · 9% of score
Median household income and poverty rate in Plymouth. Similar-size median 56.1.
91.7 - GrowthCity data · 7% of score
Population growth and unemployment in Plymouth. Similar-size median 42.4.
45.6 - TransportationCity data · 7% of score
Commute time, long commutes, driving alone, transit, walking, cycling and working from home in Plymouth. Similar-size median 50.0.
64.1 - WalkabilityCity data · 7% of score
The EPA's walkability index across Plymouth's neighborhoods. Similar-size median 53.2.
47.9 - 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: Plymouth'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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth
Is Plymouth, MN a good place to live?
Plymouth ranks #37 of the 1,312 US cities we track, #19 of 524 smaller cities and #4 of 20 in Minnesota. Against similar-size cities it stands out for low poverty (4.3%, #18 of 524) and low violent crime (65 per 100,000, #21 of 444), with no measure in the bottom quarter.
What is the cost of living in Plymouth?
Plymouth'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 $1,766/mo against $1,633/mo in similar-size cities. The typical home is worth $509,531, 45% above the typical Minnesota home ($350,752).
What is the crime rate in Plymouth?
Plymouth recorded 65 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, 80% below the US rate of 328 and 71% below Minnesota's 224. That ranks #57 of 1,085 cities with data (1 = safest) and #21 of 444 smaller cities, from a full year of reports to the FBI by Plymouth Police Department. Property crime runs 856 per 100,000 (US 1,548).
What is the median household income in Plymouth?
The median household in Plymouth earns $136,534, 64% above the US figure of $83,163 and 57% above Minnesota ($87,117). Unemployment is 3.3% (US 4.3%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The population grew 0.2% in the latest year (US +0.5%).
How much is rent in Plymouth?
Median rent in Plymouth is $1,766/mo (Census), #938 of 1,309 cities with data (1 = cheapest). The typical asking rent for a unit on the market now is $1,922/mo, against $1,948/mo nationally. Median rent takes 15.5% of the median household's income.
How much does a house cost in Plymouth?
The typical home value in Plymouth is $509,531, up 1.9% in a year, against $350,752 for Minnesota and $368,697 nationally. The Census median value of owner-occupied homes is $491,200.
How are the public schools in Plymouth?
Plymouth's 16 public schools graduate 87.9% of students in four years (Minnesota 83.6%), with 18.7 students per teacher and $15,491 spent per pupil.
How long is the commute in Plymouth?
The average commute is 21.7 minutes, #480 of 1,312 cities (1 = shortest), against 22.7 minutes across Minnesota. 1.9% of workers spend an hour or more getting to work.
What is the weather like in Plymouth?
Plymouth averages 45.8°F over the year, 70.7°F in summer and 18.8°F in winter, with 30.7 inches of precipitation. Figures are NOAA climate normals.
Is Plymouth walkable?
Plymouth scores 10.1 out of 20 on the EPA's National Walkability Index (below average walkable), #684 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth?
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 Plymouth?
Plymouth has 79,220 residents. The median resident of Plymouth is 40.3 years old, against 37.7 in similar-size cities. 65.9% of adults have a bachelor's degree or more, #78 of 1,312 cities (1 = highest). 75.1% of occupied homes are lived in by their owners; the rest are rented.
How does Plymouth compare with the rest of Minnesota?
Plymouth ranks #4 of the 20 Minnesota cities we track, with a score of 71.5 against Minnesota's statewide 70.4. Its households earn 57% above the Minnesota median. Violent crime is 71% below the statewide rate. Homes are 45% above the typical Minnesota home.
What cities are similar in size to Plymouth?
The tracked cities in other states closest to Plymouth's population of 79,220 are Bloomington, IN (#510 overall), Parma, OH (#356 overall), Pasco, WA (#631 overall), Lynchburg, VA (#455 overall), and Upland, CA (#729 overall). Plymouth is #37.