Plymouth

Plymouth, Minnesota Overview

Plymouth ranks #3 of 20 cities in Minnesota, earning a A+ grade with a composite score of 68.9/100. The city stands out in Safety (94/100) and Fiscal Health (90/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Plymouth

Plymouth’s median household income of $130,793 is 53% above the Minnesota median of $85,551, and its 2.5% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 3.4%.

Safety in Plymouth

Plymouth’s violent crime rate of 77.4 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 1107.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Plymouth

Plymouth 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 $474,700. Median monthly rent is $1,705. Renters spend 15.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Plymouth

Plymouth’s adult obesity rate of 24.1% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 7%. Residents average 12.7 poor mental health days per month. Minnesota ranks #6 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Plymouth

Plymouth has a high school graduation rate of 87.9%. The student-teacher ratio is 18.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,491. The city has 16 public schools serving 14,882 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Plymouth

Winters in Plymouth are cold, averaging 24.4°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 24.4°F. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. 23.2% of workers in Plymouth work from home, well above the national average. The average commute of 17.9 minutes is notably short.

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