Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning Date: 7/19/2016 The last five years: Population growth in the Twin Cities region since 2010 Latest MetroStat describes how the region's population has changed, where growth has occurred in the region, and how our population growth compares with other metro areas. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 3/24/2016 Twin Cities metro region hits record-high population, surpasses 3 million residents The U.S. Census Bureau released its population estimates for 2015 on Thursday, showing a population increase of more than 162,000 people for the seven-county metro region since 2010. Read more
Posted In: Date: 11/3/2015 Transit-oriented development brings new life to Lake Street Since the opening of the METRO Blue Line and Lake Street/Midtown Station, the neighborhood has welcomed new businesses, a YMCA and a farmer’s market that draws more than 66,000 visitors a year. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 9/17/2015 Latest Census data: Region has high education and low poverty, but racial disparities persist The data highlight the region’s high educational attainment and low poverty rate, but also reinforce concern about racial and ethnic disparities that are among the largest in the country. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 5/18/2015 Preliminary estimates show regional population growth of nearly 128,000 during 2010-2014 Metropolitan Council releases preliminary estimates for local review and comment. Read more