Burnsville, MN
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 60,540 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Dubbed “Birdsville, U.S.A.,” this city is south of the Twin Cities, near the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge.
Cultural Attractions
The Burnsville Performing Arts Center hosts a variety of performances, including orchestra and theater.
Recreation
Crystal Lake West offers trails, picnic spots, and fishing areas, and Buck Hill Ski Area is open in the winter months for skiing and snowboarding.
Historical
Burnsville and surrounding areas were occupied under American Indian, Spanish, French, and British rule prior to their entry into the United States.
Economy
Commercial development is booming in this community, which has a convention center, 10 hotels, and 80 restaurants.
| Population [details] | 60,540 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 70.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 457.42 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 41.90% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 17.55 °F/-3.3 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 82.23 °F/58.35 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 24.26 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 59 |
| Cost of living [details] | 110.35 |
| State sales tax | 6.50% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Milwaukee (287.52 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | MINNEAPOLIS-ST PAUL INTERNATIONAL/WOLD-CHAMBERLAIN (9.00 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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