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Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis · Hennepin County · MN 55408
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$396K
Median Price
71/100
Walk Score
9/10
Schools
10 min
to Minneapolis, MN
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
FSafety
18/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B-Walkability
71/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Minneapolis 55408 has a lively downtown vibe and good public transit, but it also has high crime rates and a housing market that feels steep for many residents. If you’re a young professional who loves nightlife, it could work, but consider the safety and cost issues.
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The Good
- ✓Central location with a 10‑minute commute to downtown Minneapolis
- ✓Good transit options including light rail and bus lines
- ✓Plenty of parks and riverfront green space nearby
- ✓Vibrant dining, bars, and cultural venues in the area
Real Talk
- !Violent crime rates are higher than the national average
- !Median home prices are well above median household income
- !Noise and traffic can be persistent, especially at night
- !Limited quiet residential streets; many parts feel unsafe after dark
- $High property tax rates for homeowners in the city
- $Elevated heating and utility costs during Minnesota’s harsh winters
- $Insurance premiums can be higher due to city risk factors
Best For
Young professionalsStudentsFoodiesNightlife enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Minneapolis, MN
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Safety grade
Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
High38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
97% higher than the national average
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