Article Overview:Living in Minneapolis, Moving to Minneapolis
Thinking about living in Minneapolis?
Youve come to the right place.
Youve probably heard about the citys artsy scene and progressive vibes, but theres more to it than that.
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Beneath that iconic friendly smile, Minneapolis is a job-seekers dream.
Table of Contents: Living in Minneapolis
Pros of Living in Minneapolis
1. without all the overwhelming chaos.
Minneapolis ranks as one of thebest cities in US for quality of life.
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The low unemployment rate suggests economic stability which in turn keeps attracting young professionals to the Twin Cities.
The industries span the gamut.
Expect to find gigs in everything from tourism and entertainment to education and healthcare.
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Spend a relaxing summer afternoon at Lake Harriet Park and youll instantly see what all the fuss is about.
If youre in the mood for an escape into nature then Mississippi River Gorge Regional Park cant be beat.
Theres something so great about living in a city where public parks are within walking distance.
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The parks are so green!
Dont believe me?Well, Minneapolis is considered one of thegreenest citiesin the country.
Another bragging point about living in Minneapolis: its the7th least-wasteful cityin the United States!
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Despite its chilly reputation, winter doesnt slow Minneapolis cyclists.
The citys dedication is evident in its timely snow clearance of bike paths, sometimes even before roads.
The Craft Brew Scene is Top Notch
Like craft brews?
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Youll love living in Minneapolis.
The city has stepped up its beer game and we are all better for it.
Home to 38 breweries, Minneapolis has the9th highest breweriesper capita.
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Theres a ton of great local spots to check out, especially if you love IPAs.
Outdoor Recreation
Minneapolis seems to be attracting outdoor enthusiasts that are up for a (winter) challenge.
The city is know for its healthy lifestyle and access to great outdoor recreation.
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If you plan to pick up skiing while living in Minneapolis (way to go, you!)
its helpful to know that the city is geared more toward cross-country skiing because the landscape isnt very hilly/mountainous.
If youre looking for hill specifically then get to Afton State Park and Hyland Hills.
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Cons of Moving to Minneapolis
1.
Dont get me wrong- people are friendly, just closed off.
With highs of 0F several days in a row, I cant stress this enough winters in Minneapolis arerough.
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The best advice I can offer newcomers is this: learn to embrace winter completely.
So what does that get you?
I feel like I hit the lottery by moving to Minneapolis.
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Certain neighborhoods experience much higher levels of poverty, unemployment, and limited access to essential amenities.
Furthermore, Minneapolis, like other older American cities, contends with aging infrastructure.
This includes not just roads, but bridges, public buildings, and utilities.
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Beyond just pollen, Minneapolis, as a major metropolitan area, grapples with concerns related to air quality.
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