How long is the commute from Minneapolis, MN?
Workers who live in Minneapolis, MN take an average of 22.0 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
51.9% of workers drive alone to work.
6.8% take public transportation.
5.8% of workers walk to work.
26.2% work from home.
15.6% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.0 minutes (±0.3)
- Public transportation
- 6.8%
- Work from home
- 26.2%
- Households without a car
- 15.6%
How people in Minneapolis get to work
| Means of transportation | Minneapolis | Hennepin County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 51.9% (±1.0 points) | 60.0% | 68.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.9% (±0.5 points) | 6.2% | 7.5% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 6.8% (±0.4 points) | 3.5% | 1.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 5.8% (±0.4 points) | 2.8% | 2.5% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 3.5% (±0.4 points) | 2.4% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 26.2% (±1.0 points) | 25.2% | 17.6% | 15.1% |
In Minneapolis, the average commute is not measurably different from Hennepin County (21.9 minutes).
It is also lower than in Minnesota (22.7 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Minneapolis, the share commuting by public transportation is higher than in Hennepin County (3.5%).
It is also higher than in Minnesota (1.8%).
It is higher than the national figure (3.2%).
In Hennepin County, Minneapolis ranks 24 of 42 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 1633 of 2,544.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Minneapolis
| Vehicles available | Minneapolis | Hennepin County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 15.6% (±0.8 points) | 9.3% | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 45.8% (±0.8 points) | 37.7% | 30.8% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 29.1% (±0.8 points) | 38.1% | 39.5% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 9.5% (±0.5 points) | 14.9% | 23.1% | 21.9% |
In Minneapolis, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Hennepin County (9.3%).
It is also higher than in Minnesota (6.7%).
It is higher than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Minneapolis
| Minneapolis | Hennepin County | Minnesota | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 26.2% (±1.0 points) | 25.2% (±0.4 points) | 17.6% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.8% (±0.4 points) | 96.9% (±0.2 points) | 95.8% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 90.8% (±0.5 points) | 92.8% (±0.3 points) | 91.6% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Minneapolis, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Hennepin County (92.8%).
It is also lower than in Minnesota (91.6%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Minneapolis
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | — | 22.0 minutes (±0.3) | — |
| Lauderdale | 3.8 mi | 23.7 minutes (±2.9) | Not measurably different |
| Golden Valley | 4.8 mi | 19.7 minutes (±0.9) | Lower |
| St. Louis Park | 4.8 mi | 20.2 minutes (±0.8) | Lower |
| Falcon Heights | 4.9 mi | 21.6 minutes (±2.9) | Not measurably different |
| Robbinsdale | 5.2 mi | 20.0 minutes (±1.0) | Lower |
| St. Anthony (Hennepin County) | 5.3 mi | 19.2 minutes (±1.5) | Lower |
| Columbia Heights | 6.0 mi | 23.6 minutes (±1.0) | Higher |
| Richfield | 6.2 mi | 23.1 minutes (±1.5) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Golden Valley, MN (19.7 minutes), St. Louis Park, MN (20.2 minutes), Robbinsdale, MN (20.0 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Columbia Heights, MN (23.6 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Hennepin County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | Maple Plain | 24.3 minutes (±3.2) |
| 19 | Village of Minnetonka Beach | 24.2 minutes (±3.5) |
| 20 | Maple Grove | 24.0 minutes (±0.9) |
| 21 | Richfield | 23.1 minutes (±1.5) |
| 22 | Shorewood | 22.6 minutes (±2.5) |
| 23 | Brooklyn Center | 22.1 minutes (±1.0) |
| 24 | Minneapolis | 22.0 minutes (±0.3) |
| 25 | Plymouth | 21.7 minutes (±0.6) |
| 26 (tie) | Crystal | 21.4 minutes (±1.4) |
| 26 (tie) | Eden Prairie | 21.4 minutes (±1.0) |
| 28 (tie) | Brooklyn Park | 21.3 minutes (±0.6) |
| 28 (tie) | Osseo | 21.3 minutes (±4.1) |
| 30 | Bloomington | 21.0 minutes (±0.9) |
Showing 13 of 42 places in Hennepin County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Minneapolis
How long is the average commute in Minneapolis?
Workers who live in Minneapolis, MN take an average of 22.0 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Minneapolis without a car?
15.6% of households in Minneapolis have no vehicle, and 6.8% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Minneapolis?
26.2% (±1.0 points) of workers who live in Minneapolis worked from home, and 90.8% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Minneapolis city, Minnesota
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Minneapolis city, Minnesota
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Minneapolis city, Minnesota
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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