Transportation
- Highway Access
- Interstate 35W (North-South) and Interstate 94 (East-West)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Target Field Station (Light Rail/Northstar) and Union Depot (Amtrak)
- Public Transport Passes
- Metro Transit Go-To Card; $2.00-$2.50 per ride; $5.00 day pass
- Regional Travel
- Jefferson Lines bus to Duluth or Northstar Commuter Rail to suburbs
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Uber, Lyft, and local startup Wridz
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Lime and Spin scooters; Nice Ride bike-share has transitioned to private rentals
- Best Beach Nearby
- Bde Maka Ska 32nd Street Beach (within city limits)
- Top Regional Airline
- Sun Country Airlines (codeshare/budget)
- Top International Airline
- Delta Air Lines (MSP is a major hub)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Abbott Northwestern Hospital (2800 10th Ave S)
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- CorePower Yoga (Uptown) and Modo Yoga (North Loop)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Los Campeones Gym (Franklin Ave) — Iconic old-school bodybuilding gym
- Laundry Services
- Suds Minneapolis (Self-service and wash/fold) - $1.50/lb
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- DoorDash, UberEats, and GrubHub
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Jucy Lucy (Cheese-filled burger) at Matt's Bar (3500 Cedar Ave S)
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- J. Selby's (St. Paul) or Trio Plant-Based (Minneapolis)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Milkjam Creamery (Ice cream) or Bogart’s Doughnut Co.
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Aldi and Trader Joe's (Downtown/University locations)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Amazon, Target (Headquartered here, offers same-day pickup)
- Grocery Delivery
- Instacart and Shipt
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- First Avenue & 7th St Entry (Music) or North Loop (Cocktails)
- Local Brewery
- Surly Brewing Co. (520 Malcolm Ave SE) – Massive beer hall
- Wine Bars
- The 4th Horseman or Terzo
- Street Food Stalls
- Graze Provisions + Libels (North Loop Food Hall)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Hai Hai (Vietnamese) or Pimento Jamaican Kitchen
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Stone Arch Bridge and Minnehaha Falls
- Museums & Art Venues
- Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA - Free entry)
- Historical Sites
- Mill City Museum (Built in ruins of world's largest flour mill)
- Religious Sites
- Basilica of Saint Mary (88 N 17th St)
- Annual Events
- Minneapolis Aquatennial and the Twin Cities Marathon
- Cultural Districts
- Northeast Arts District (Breweries and studios)
- Theater Venues
- Guthrie Theater (818 S 2nd St)
- Local Markets
- Minneapolis Farmers Market (312 E Lyndale Ave N)
- Music Scene
- Dakota Jazz Club and Paisley Park (Prince’s estate nearby)
- Street Art
- Prince Mural (1st Ave N & 8th St) and Bob Dylan Mural (Hennepin Ave)
- Cooking Classes
- Cooks | Bellecour (North Loop)
- Art Galleries
- Northrop King Building (Hundreds of artist studios)
- Historic Buildings
- Foshay Tower (Art Deco landmark)
- Local Heritage
- Strong Scandinavian and Somali heritage centers
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Chain of Lakes Regional Park (Bde Maka Ska, Harriet, Isles)
- National Parks Nearby
- Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (Runs through city)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Grand Rounds Scenic Byway (50 miles of connected trails)
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Endless Bridge at the Guthrie Theater
- Birdwatching Locations
- Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Theodore Wirth Regional Park (Designated picnic/fire areas)
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- USPS, FedEx Office, UPS Store
- Tech Repair Services
- Gophermods (Multiple locations for iPhone/Laptop repair)
- Table Tennis Spots
- Can Can Wonderland (St. Paul interface)
- Language Classes
- Alliance Française Mpls/St Paul (French) or Minneapolis Community Ed
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Minneapolis Central Library (300 Nicollet Mall)
- Community Centers
- Sabathani Community Center
- Gaming Lounges
- Game-State (E-sports/PC gaming)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Mystic Lake Casino Hotel (25 mins away in Prior Lake)
Essentials
- City
- Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
- Population
- 425,000 (City), 3.7 Million (Metro Area)
- Internet Speed
- Average 150-300 Mbps; USI Fiber offers up to 10 Gbps in many neighborhoods
- Currency & Banking
- US Dollar ($). 1 USD = 0.92 EUR. Major banks include US Bank and Wells Fargo
- Tap Water
- Safe and drinkable; treated via ultrafiltration and activated carbon
- Power
- 120V, 60Hz, 🔌 Type A/B sockets
- SIM Card
- Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T. Prepaid plans approx. $30-$50/month
- Banking for Expats
- Chase, Wells Fargo, or digital options like Wise and Revolut
- Accommodation
- Airbnb, Zillow Rentals, Furnished Finder for mid-term stays
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, credit cards and mobile pay (Apple/Google) are near-universal
- Short Term Rentals
- Sonder (North Loop), Mint House (Downtown), or Airbnb
- Budget Accommodation
- Minneapolis Hostel (2445 Nicollet Ave) - approx. $45/night
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Downtown/Mill District near the Stone Arch Bridge and Guthrie Theater
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- North Loop (trendy, walkable) or Uptown (lively, near lakes)
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Industrious (North Loop/T3 Building) - Day passes approx. $35
- Best Cafe for Work
- Spyhouse Coffee (945 Broadway St NE) - High ceilings and great Wi-Fi
- Networking Events
- Technomics Twin Cities or events at Fueled Collective
- Social Events for Expats
- Internations Minneapolis and 'The Beergarden' social meetups
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,800 per m² (e.g., 45 m² = $261,000)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,500 per m² (e.g., 45 m² = $157,500)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $5,200 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $338,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $3,200 per m² (e.g., 65 m² = $208,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. $4,800 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $432,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. $2,900 per m² (e.g., 90 m² = $261,000)
- Corporate Tax
- 21% (Federal) + 9.8% (Minnesota State - highest in US)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 30% (Standard for non-residents, subject to treaties)
- Tax System
- Citizenship-based taxation (Federal) / Residence-based (State)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 37% (Federal) + 9.85% (Minnesota State)
- VAT
- 0% (No VAT, but 8.025% combined Sales Tax in Minneapolis)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, rigorous GILTI and Subpart F rules apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, calculated based on market value (approx. 1.25% - 1.5% annually)
- Property Transaction Tax
- State Deed Tax of $0.0033 per dollar of price
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No specific nomad tax breaks; high state tax, but robust public infrastructure