Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
15%
Rosemount, MN
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,557
Population
26,074
Renter Mix
14% Rent
A study in contrasts, Rosemount is both industrial and natural.
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Rosemount sits about 16 miles south of St. Paul, quietly balancing serious industrial roots with easy access to some of the best natural scenery in Dakota County. The Mississippi River borders the city, and the Grey Cloud Dunes Scientific and Natural Area is just across the water, drawing hikers, birders, and cross-country skiers throughout the year. Downtown Rosemount offers a walkable stretch of local shops and eateries, while nearby Apple Valley and Eagan add even more dining and retail options just a short drive away.
Renters here will find a solid mix of townhome communities, garden-style apartment communities, and newer multi-story buildings with updated finishes. The rental market covers a wide range of sizes, from cozy studios to spacious three-bedroom layouts. The University of Minnesota's UMore Park, a 5,000-acre research campus dedicated to renewable energy and environmental innovation, brings a forward-thinking energy to the city. Every July, Rosemount hosts Leprechaun Days, a beloved summer tradition dating back to the 1960s, featuring a parade, fireworks, a chili cook-off, and a lively Midsummer Faire in Rosemount Park.
Explore the City
Downtown Rosemount offers a small town feel with big city amenities.
Two-floor townhomes are in the Harmony Village neighborhood of Rosemount.
The Pond is a community hockey rink next to the Fireside Restaurant.
Row style townhomes are a new addition to Rosemount's housing inventory.
Ailesbury Park has a recently renovated playground with activity fields and a basketball court.
145th Street West is lined with Rosemount banners and leads people into the downtown area.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$119,848
Average: $143,323
Education
9,432
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
15,432
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Rosemount has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
14%
Non-Renters
86%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
33%
Other Education
67%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Rosemount, MN is $1,433 for a studio, $1,559 for one bedroom, $1,967 for two bedrooms, and $2,445 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rosemount has increased by 0.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,559/month
710 Sq Ft
House
$2,600/month
1,966 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,573/month
1,306 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Rosemount, MN is for everyday living.
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
Shannon Park Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
525 Students
Public
Grades K-5
775 Students
Public
Grades K-5
775 Students
Public
Grades K-5
694 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,205 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,205 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
76 Students
Public
Grades K-12
36 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
21 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,425 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,425 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
108 Students
Public
Grades K-12
36 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
21 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Spring Lake Reserve
- Minnesota Zoo
- Dakota City
Military Bases
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.