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Edina, MN

Edina is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, and a first-ring suburb of Minneapolis. The population was 53,494 at the 2020 census, making it the 18th most populous city in Minnesota. Edina began as a small farming and milling community along Minnehaha Creek in the 1860s and became one of Minneapolis's first incorporated suburbs in 1888. After years of being a streetcar suburb, Edina saw expanded development as a car-centric suburb in the 1950s and 1960s. The city is known for its shopping, parks, and high quality of life and also plays host to the nation's oldest indoor mall, the Southdale Center.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 15.97 square miles (41.36 km2), of which 15.45 square miles (40.02 km2) is land and 0.52 square miles (1.35 km2) is water. Residential areas comprise the largest portion of the City, which is now more than 95 percent developed. Within Edina are many different neighborhoods; Highlands, Indian Hills, Morningside, Country Club District, Cahill Village, Chapel Hill, South Harriet Park, Interlachen, Rolling Green, Presidents, Sunnyslope, White Oaks, Parkwood Knolls, Braemar Hills, Birchcrest, Dewey Hill and Hilldale.

Edina began as part of Richfield Township, Minnesota. By the 1870s, 17 families, most of them immigrating as a result of the Great Famine of Ireland, had come to Minnesota and claimed land in the southwest section of what was then Richfield Township. They were followed by settlers from New England and Germany, who claimed additional land near Minnehaha Creek. The Baird and Grimes neighborhoods (which are both listed on the National Register of Historic Places) and the Country Club District (then known as Waterville Mills) in the northeast part of Edina were among the first areas to be established. The area then known as the Cahill Settlement, at West 70th Street and Cahill Road, was also an early community center and the home of Cahill School.

Edina focuses on health and wellness. The city is served by renowned medical institutions such as Fairview Southdale Hospital, ensuring that residents have access to top-notch healthcare services. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs offered by the Edina 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 Basecamp Fitness Studio, Evolve Fitness, and Flex Fitness. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Edina, such as the Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail and Heights Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Edina, MN are Edinborough Park, Centennial Lakes Park, and Braemar Golf Course.

Population: 53,564 (2024). ZIP codes: 55410, 55416, 55424, 55435, 55436, 55439, 55343. Area code(s): 952. Elevation: 840 feet (256 m). Area: 15.96 sq mi (41.34 km2).

FAQs

Is Edina, MN a good place to live?

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

What is the ethnicity of Edina, MN?

Edina, MN is home to a population of 53.1k people, of which 95.3% are citizens. As of 2021, 9.77% of Edina, MN residents were born outside of the country (5.18k people). In 2021, there were 12.6 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (44.5k people) in Edina, MN than any other race or ethnicity. There were 3.52k Asian (Non-Hispanic) and 2.05k Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the crime rate in Edina, MN?

In 2022, the median household income of Edina households was $125,506. Edina households made slightly more than Woodbury households ($125,097) and Carver households ($125,123). However, 2.6% of Edina families live in poverty.

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Wikipedia

City of Edina

Fairview Southdale Hospital

Edina Parks and Recreation Department

Basecamp Fitness Studio

Evolve Fitness 

Flex Fitness

Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail 

Heights Park

Edinborough Park

Centennial Lakes Park

Braemar Golf Course

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DataUSA

Minnesota Demographics

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