Geography
Located on the Minnesota River, Eden Prairie is just southwest of Minneapolis and boasts ponds, lakes, and wetlands.
Cultural Attractions
The city’s community center offers classes and sports facilities, and Eden Prairie Center Mall is the main shopping center in town.
Recreation
There are over 170 miles of multiuse trails and over 2,000 acres of parks in Eden Prairie.
Historical
Eden Prairie started out as a farming community.
Economy
Eden Prairie’s Golden Triangle, a 1,000-acre business park, gives an indication of the ongoing commercial growth in the area.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 64,196
- Population under 55:
- 82.9%
- Population over 55:
- 17.1%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Low
- Closest large city:
- Minneapolis
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Average
- Temperature:
- 81°F July High, -2°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $75,545
- Median home price:
- $250,037
- Average property tax:
- $4,663
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 6.1%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- High
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 0
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 16
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 20
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 0/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 27/5
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 46/5
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 220
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