Minnesota

Minnesota is a Upper Midwest state known for its Twin Cities economic hub, thousands of lakes, and a diversified economy spanning healthcare, agribusiness, technology and manufacturing. It is home to major Fortune 500 headquarters including UnitedHealth Group, Target and 3M. Minnesota consistently ranks among the healthiest, best-educated and highest-quality-of-life states. Scandinavian and German heritage shape much of its culture, alongside growing Hmong, Somali and Latino communities.

Capital: Saint PaulLargest city: MinneapolisNickname: The North Star StateStatehood: 1858
5.74 M
Population
22nd in the U.S.
$84,313
Median household income
10th in the U.S.
$466 B
GDP
18th in the U.S.
225,163 km²
Area
12th in the U.S.

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