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Plymouth, Minnesota

Introduction to Plymouth, Minnesota

Plymouth, Minnesota, in Hennepin county, is 9 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It's part of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area. Money Magazine ranked Plymouth number one on their list of "America's Best Places to Live 2008." Money Magazine noted the city's quality schools, good jobs, active outdoor community, affordable housing and a low crime rate. Its primary school district is included in the top three in Minnesota.

The citizens have approved numerous initiatives in order to preserve open space, build trails, construct park and recreation facilities and fund education. The city includes numerous lakes and features a rolling terrain landscape. Plymouth is known for its well planned residential areas. Light manufacturing, telecommunications, printing and publishing, hi-tech research, insurance and computer related industries are some of the primary employers.

Plymouth History

The earliest inhabitants of the region were the Dakota. The settlement was situated at the northern end of Medicine Lake. In 1848 the explorer Antoine LeCounte arrived. In 1855 Plymouth began developing as a town. In the notable Dakota War of 1862 the white settlers battled the Dakota at Fort Ridgley. After the Civil War ended farming was the major factor for the economy. Medicine Lake became a popular destination for tourists and numerous resorts were established near the lake.

Plymouth Attractions

  • Hilde Performance Center features a beautiful bandshell and is popular for music events.
  • The Music in Plymouth event features the Minnesota Orchestra. It's an annual event which attracts a large crowd.
  • Millennium Garden.
  • Plymouth Creek Center is enjoyed for special events.
  • Plymouth Playhouse is a popular venue.
  • Renaissance Festival.
  • Canterbury Park.
  • Ridgedale Mall.
  • Mystic Lake Casino.
  • Medina Ballroom.

Plymouth Activities

Plymouth Creek Fieldhouse is a domed building and features a state-of-the-art artificial grass field and is used for a variety of sports. Residence can utilize the indoor facility for walking and jogging during the winter months. The Plymouth Ice Center features three rinks and is utilized by hockey teams and for skating. The extensive park system and the local trails are popular with residents. Golfing enthusiasts enjoy the vast number of courses. The large number of lakes are enjoyed for fishing, boating and water skiing.

Plymouth Higher Education

The city is home to the Globe University/Minnesota School of Business.

High Points

Plymouth strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyPlymouth Well-Paid Single Women
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyPlymouth People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyPlymouth College Educated Adults
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyPlymouth Low Rate of Poverty
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Plymouth Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Plymouth Well-Paid Single Men
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Plymouth Low Violent Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 10%Plymouth Racial Diversity
Public Transportation Use
(vs. State)
Top 14%Plymouth Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Plymouth, MN

Comparing Plymouth to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Male Share of the Population87
Age of the Population64
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Female Share of the Population34
Racial Diversity310
Senior Citizens22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married99
Average Household Size68

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better1010
People Above Poverty1010
Median Family Income1010
College Educated Adults1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use69
Short Commute Times64
Walking and Biking to Work35

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built910
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
People Living Alone43
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals36
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Affordability of Rents21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime107
Low Property Crime87

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