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Minnesota State Population 5,717,184
Sales Tax 6.875%
State Income Tax 5.35% - 9.85%
Median Household Income $65,661
Average Home Value $325,555
Average Property Tax / Rate $3,455 / 0.9%

Minnesota

Minnesota is a state in the Upper Midwestern region of the United States. It is the 12th largest U.S. state in area and the 22nd most populous, with over 5.75 million residents. Minnesota is home to western prairies, now given over to intensive agriculture; deciduous forests in the southeast, now partially cleared, farmed, and settled; and the less populated North Woods, used for mining, forestry, and recreation. Roughly a third of the state is covered in forests, and it is known as the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" for having over 14,000 bodies of fresh water covering at least ten acres.

The state's nickname is the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" and it is home to more than 11,500 lakes. The largest lake in the state is Lake Superior, which is the largest freshwater lake by surface area in the world. Other notable lakes in Minnesota include Lake Itasca, the Mississippi River's primary source; Lake Mille Lacs, the state's largest lake by volume; and Lake Minnetonka, the state's largest inland lake.

Minnesota's climate is continental, with four distinct seasons. The summers are warm and humid, while the winters are cold and snowy. The average temperature in the Twin Cities, the state's largest city, ranges from 22 degrees Fahrenheit in January to 78 degrees Fahrenheit in July.

Minnesota is a major agricultural state, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the most important crops. The state is also home to a large dairy industry. Other important industries in Minnesota include manufacturing, mining, and tourism.

Minnesota is a diverse state, with a population that includes people from a variety of ethnic backgrounds. The largest ethnic groups in the state are German, Norwegian, Swedish, and Irish.

Minnesota is a beautiful state with a rich history and culture. It is a popular tourist destination, and is home to a variety of attractions, including the Mall of America, the Walker Art Center, and the Science Museum of Minnesota.

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