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About Independence
City in Minnesota, United StatesIndependence is a rural city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States. Most of the city is agricultural land with dense woods and numerous lakes. It is named after Lake Independence, a large lake on the community's eastern boundary. The population was 3,755 at the 2020 census. U.S. Highway 12 serves as a main route in the community.
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Housing in Independence
The typical Independence home is worth about $809,000, up 4.1% in a year, 131% above the Minnesota typical home.
Only 3 sales in May 2026, too few for a market read. The typical value is the steadier guide.
Work & commute in Independence
Full picture →Most working residents leave Independence for work: only 4% work in town. The top destinations are Minneapolis (13%), Plymouth (8%) and Eden Prairie (6%). Half commute less than 16 miles.
Health in Independence
Health Grade A+
Healthier than 96% of U.S. towns on seven CDC estimates.
Compared with Minnesota
of 32 measures CDC estimates. The other 15 are too close to call.
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Natural hazards in Independence
Expected storm and flood damage is higher than in 19% of U.S. communities.
Climate in Independence
Full climate →Independence has cold, snowy winters and pleasant summers. A typical July afternoon reaches 82°, a January night drops to 5°, and about 45 inches of snow falls in a normal winter.
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