Farmington's water tower is near the town's highest point ov elevation.
The walking path at Prairieview Park will lead you through nature.
Historic buildings line downtown Farmington.
The Greenway's walking trails will lead you through nature in Farmington.
Dog walkers love the extensive walking path system in Farmington.

Farmington, MN

Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,381

Population

24,205

Renter Mix

14% Rent

City parks galore in the suburbs of Minneapolis

Family-Friendly Suburban Upscale

Located a few miles off of Interstate 35, Farmington is a convenient suburb and is a part of the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area. Though Farmington boasts accessibility and perks for commuters, this city offers a small-town feel that residents adore. Known for its family-friendly atmosphere, Farmington offers great schools like Farmington Elementary School and is home to well-kept parks, including North Creek Park and Rambling River Park.

Residents enjoy teeing off at the Fountain Valley Golf Club or supporting local businesses like the Bourbon Butcher Kitchen + Bar and Farmington Bakery. Chain dining options are also available in this town, giving residents a wider selection. From modern apartments to cozy, single-family homes, this Minneapolis suburb is sure to have everything you want in your new home!

Explore the City

Historic buildings line downtown Farmington.

The Greenway's walking trails will lead you through nature in Farmington.

Dog walkers love the extensive walking path system in Farmington.

A variety of historic homes line 3rd St in Farmington.

Lines may be long but worth the wait at the Spring Food Truck event in Farmington.

You'll find musicians of all levels at Farmington's Music in the Park.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$109,960

Average: $121,037

Education

6,550

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

14,417

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

37 Years

Largest Age Group

10-19 Years

Approximately 16% of Residents

Under 20

29%

Over 65

11%

Housing Distribution

Farmington has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
14%
Non-Renters
86%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
22%
Other Education
78%

Rent Trends

As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Farmington, MN is $1,145 for a studio, $1,381 for one bedroom, $1,452 for two bedrooms, and $1,769 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Farmington has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,381/month
713 Sq Ft
House
$2,701/month
1,717 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,504/month
1,653 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Farmington, MN

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Moderately Bikeable

Bikeability

60 / 100

Schools

Riverview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

645 Students

Riverview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

645 Students

Meadowview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

627 Students

Meadowview Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

627 Students

Farmington Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

565 Students

Levi P. Dodge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

721 Students

Robert Boeckman Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

878 Students

Esy

Public

Grades K-12

Farmington High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,201 Students

Farmington Online - High

Public

Grades 9-12

Esy

Public

Grades K-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Dakota City
  • Minnesota Zoo
  • Buck Hill

Airports

  • Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.