Bloomington, MN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 82,717 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Bloomington sits in Hennepin County, along the Minnesota River.
Cultural Attractions
The Bloomington Center for the Arts hosts performances and visual arts exhibits, as well as classes for adults.
Recreation
Bloomington has an extensive park system, with amenities such as athletic fields, trails, swimming pools, and skating rinks.
Historical
The Minnesota Twins played their first home game at Met Stadium in Bloomington in 1961.
Economy
The Mall of America, which opened in 1992, is a major employer in the area and the No.1 tourist destination in the Midwest.
| Population [details] | 82,717 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 59.1% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 374.93 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 40.00% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 19.49 °F/-1.47 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.63 °F/57.78 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 25.51 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 82 |
| Cost of living [details] | 110.35 |
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Milwaukee (289.00 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MINNEAPOLIS-ST PAUL INTERNATIONAL/WOLD-CHAMBERLAIN (5.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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