Top Minnesota markets by PropertyIQ Score
Top metros
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Ulm, MN | 98 | A+ |
| 2 | Duluth, MN | 93 | A |
| 3 | Brainerd, MN | 89 | B+ |
| 4 | Owatonna, MN | 88 | B+ |
| 5 | Marshall, MN | 86 | B |
| 6 | La Crosse, WI | 86 | B |
| 7 | Fergus Falls, MN | 85 | B |
| 8 | Bemidji, MN | 85 | B |
| 9 | Grand Forks, ND | 84 | B |
| 10 | Grand Rapids, MN | 82 | B- |
Top counties
| # | Market | Score | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brown County, MN | 96 | A |
| 2 | Clearwater County, MN | 95 | A |
| 3 | Kittson County, MN | 93 | A |
| 4 | Cook County, MN | 93 | A |
| 5 | Murray County, MN | 92 | A- |
| 6 | Saint Louis County, MN | 91 | A- |
| 7 | Big Stone County, MN | 90 | A- |
| 8 | Swift County, MN | 89 | B+ |
| 9 | Yellow Medicine County, MN | 89 | B+ |
| 10 | Mahnomen County, MN | 88 | B+ |
Minnesota Real Estate Market
AI-powered housing market analysis for every metro area and county in Minnesota. Updated monthly with the latest data from Zillow, Redfin, Census, and FRED.
Minnesota Metro Areas
23 metropolitan areas tracked by PropertyIQ in Minnesota
+11 more metro areas in Minnesota tracked by PropertyIQ
Minnesota Counties
87 counties tracked by PropertyIQ in Minnesota
+75 more counties in Minnesota tracked by PropertyIQ
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Minnesota Real Estate Market Analysis
Minnesota's real estate market spans a wide range of economic conditions, demographics, and price points. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for the most affordable Minnesota metros or an investor weighing relative market strength, the PropertyIQ Score gives you a single data-first read — built from Zillow price momentum and Realtor.com market-flow signals, updated monthly — of how each market compares to its state.
Minnesota's housing market is anchored by the Twin Cities' strong corporate economy (Target, Best Buy, UnitedHealth, 3M), which provides the employment stability that drives consistent residential demand. Minneapolis-Saint Paul's housing market benefits from a diversified economic base largely insulated from single-sector downturns. Duluth and Rochester offer distinct dynamics — a Lake Superior tourism economy and a Mayo Clinic-anchored medical city respectively.
Use PropertyIQ's scores and interactive analytics to find the right Minnesota market for your goals. Compare metros side-by-side, explore county-level data for granular insights, or use the Graphs tool to track historical trends for any Minnesota market over time.
Minnesota Metro Areas and ZIP Codes
Minnesota Counties and ZIP Codes
Last updated: 2026-07-16. Data from Zillow, Realtor.com, Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau, FRED, BLS, and BEA.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many housing markets does PropertyIQ track in Minnesota?
PropertyIQ currently tracks 23 metro areas and 87 counties in Minnesota, each with its own PropertyIQ Score, home value trend, and days on market reading, refreshed monthly.
What does a PropertyIQ Score of 50 mean for a Minnesota market?
A score of 50 marks Minnesota's own state average demand momentum. PropertyIQ computes scores nationally across every US market, then calibrates the scale so a Minnesota market is read against Minnesota's own typical momentum rather than the national average. A market scoring above 50 is positioned to outperform the Minnesota average over the next three years, while one below 50 is positioned to lag it.
Where can I find ZIP code level housing data for Minnesota?
Every metro area and county listed on this page links through to its own ZIP codes, and each ZIP has its own market page with home value, rent, and days on market data. Start from a Minnesota metro or county below, then drill into ZIP codes for the most localized data available.
What data sources does PropertyIQ use for Minnesota market data, and how often is it updated?
PropertyIQ ingests fresh data every month from Zillow home values, Realtor.com days on market and price cut activity, Redfin, the US Census Bureau, FRED, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis. Every metro, county, and ZIP page for Minnesota shows a last updated date, and PropertyIQ Scores are recomputed monthly once that new source data lands.
Which Minnesota metro area has the strongest housing demand right now?
As of the latest monthly refresh, New Ulm, MN has the highest PropertyIQ Score among Minnesota metro areas, indicating the strongest demand momentum in the state relative to its own history. Rankings shift month to month as new home value, days on market, and price cut data arrives, so check back after each monthly update.