Independence
City in Hennepin County, Minnesota
Independence is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, with 3,755 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 978 ft (298 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Maple Plain, 2.9 miles E.
- 3,755residents (2020 Census)
- 978 ftelevation · 298 m
- 32.4 sq miland area · 84.0 km²
- 116 / sq mipopulation density
- 55359ZIP code
About Independence
Independence 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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Living in Independence
- Median household income
- $186,597
- Median home value
- $663,400
- Median rent
- $3,469/mo
- Median age
- 44.7
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Independence had 3,755 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 3,755 |
|---|---|
| Density | 116 per sq mi (45 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Independence at a glance
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
|---|---|
| County | Hennepin County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 3,755 (2020) |
| Land area | 32.43 sq mi (84.0 km²) |
| Water area | 2.14 sq mi (5.56 km²) |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Coordinates | 45.0178° N, 93.7201° W |
| ZIP code | 55359 |
| Official website | independence.govoffice.com |
| Census code (GEOID) | 2730842 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Independence
- Maple Plain2.9 mi E
- Delano3.8 mi W
- Loretto4.9 mi NE
- Rockford5.2 mi N
- Greenfield5.5 mi N
- Minnetrista5.5 mi S
- Mound6.7 mi SE
- Spring Park7.2 mi SE
- Watertown7.2 mi SW
- Orono7.6 mi SE
- Medina7.6 mi E
- Long Lake7.7 mi E
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Independence
What county is Independence in?
Independence is in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
What is the population of Independence, MN?
3,755 people lived in Independence at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Independence, MN?
The ZIP code of Independence is 55359.
What is the elevation of Independence?
978 feet (298 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Independence?
Maple Plain (2.9 mi), Delano (3.8 mi), Loretto (4.9 mi), Rockford (5.2 mi), Greenfield (5.5 mi).
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