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Eagan, MN

Eagan is a city in Dakota County, Minnesota. It is south of Saint Paul and lies on the south bank of the Minnesota River, upstream from the confluence with the Mississippi River. Eagan and the other nearby suburbs form the southern section of the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area. Eagan's population was 68,855 at the 2020 census. The city was home to the headquarters of Northwest Airlines (now Delta Air Lines).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 33.43 square miles (86.58 km2), of which 31.12 square miles (80.60 km2) is land and 2.31 square miles (5.98 km2) is water. Interstate Highway 35E, Interstate Highway 494, Minnesota Highways 13, 55, 77, and 149 are six of Eagan's main routes. The Eagan Core Greenway is an ongoing project to preserve Eagan's environmentally sensitive green space, with particular emphasis on Patrick Eagan Park and the two-mile (3 km) greenway connecting the park with Lebanon Hills Regional Park.

Eagan was named for Patrick Eagan, who was the first chairman of the town board of supervisors. He farmed a 220-acre (0.89 km2) parcel of land near the present-day town hall. Eagan (born 1811) and his wife Margaret Twohy (born 1816) emigrated from Tipperary, Ireland to Troy, New York, where they married in 1843. They arrived in Mendota circa 1853–54, before settling in the Eagan area.

Eagan was settled as an Irish farming community and the "Onion Capital of the United States". Its largest growth took place after Highway 77 was relocated and expanded and a six-lane bridge (with three northbound and three southbound lanes) was constructed over the Minnesota River in 1980 and the final Interstate 35E freeway section southbound from Minnesota State Highway 110 in Mendota Heights to the area where it joins 35W in Burnsville was completed in the mid-1980s. Eagan's northern border is mostly along Interstate 494. Its southern border is about a mile south of Cliff Road. Its eastern border runs mostly along Minnesota State Highway 3. The western border runs mostly along the Minnesota River's south bank.

Eagan further solidifies its dedication to healthcare with institutions like the Fairview Ridges Hospital, ensuring residents have access to top-notch medical facilities. The city's emphasis on health and wellness extends to organized events and community programs that foster a culture of well-being among its inhabitants. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Union Fitness, Snap Fitness, and Orangetheory Gym. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Eagan, such as the Lebanon Hills Regional Park and Eagan Central Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Eagan, MN are Minnesota Zoo, Cascade Bay Water Park, and Vikings Museum.

Population: 67,240 (2024). ZIP code: 55120. Area code: 651. Elevation: 958 ft (288 m). Area: 33.46 sq mi (86.66 km2).

FAQs

Is Eagan, MN a good place to live?

Eagan is in Dakota County and is one of the best places to live in Minnesota. Living in Eagan offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Eagan, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Eagan and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Eagan are highly rated.

What is Eagan, MN famous for?

Eagan was a fertile agricultural area. Farming was the main occupation for most of its early inhabitants. Between about 1840 and 1930, so many onions were grown and shipped from here that Eagan was known as the Onion Capital of the U.S.

What are the demographics of Eagan, MN?

Eagan, MN is home to a population of 68.2k people, of which 93.4% are citizens. As of 2021, 14.8% of Eagan, MN residents were born outside of the country (10.1k people). In 2021, there were 7.24 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (49.6k people) in Eagan, MN than any other race or ethnicity. There were 6.85k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 6.51k Asian (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

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Wikipedia

City of Eagan

Fairview Ridges Hospital

Eagan Parks and Recreation Department

Union Fitness

Snap Fitness 

Orangetheory Gym

Lebanon Hills Regional Park 

Eagan Central Park

Minnesota Zoo

Fort Snelling State Park

National River & Recreation Area - Mississippi

Niche

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