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| City | Hopkins |
| State | Minnesota (MN) |
| County | Hennepin County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 44.925107 |
| Longitude | -93.404494 |
| Population | 19,079 |
| Density | 1813.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 55345, 55343, 55305 |
| Area Code | 612, 952 |
| County Seat | Minneapolis |
| School District | Hopkins Public School District |
Hopkins displays a distinct character defined by its position within the expansive, inland plains of the upper Midwest. It lies 2.1 miles east-northeast of Minnetonka, MN (from Minnetonka, MN: bearing 68°T), and is situated 9.9 miles northwest of Bloomington. The landscape around Hopkins features a gentle, undulating terrain that catches the long, golden light of late afternoon, casting soft shadows across the suburban expanse. Residents often find solace in the nearby greenery of Tower Hill, a local area that provides a quiet, elevated vantage point over the surroundings. Water moves through the environment in the form of Minnehaha Creek, which meanders quietly just a mile from the center, while Spring Lake sits at a similar distance to provide a calm, reflective quality to the local scenery. Mount Gilboa remains a distant, silent presence on the horizon, anchoring the wide sky that stretches over the region during the deep, quiet months of winter.
Hopkins grew from its roots as a regional agricultural hub into a center of manufacturing and industry that shaped the economic life of the neighborhood. The arrival of the rail lines once turned the area into a bustling destination for trade, fostering a work-oriented culture that favored reliability and steady growth. Over time, the local economy shifted from its early reliance on the harvest to a more diverse mixture of light manufacturing and service-based enterprises. Many of the older, sturdy buildings still stand as evidence of this industrial past, housing businesses that contribute to the ongoing vitality of the region. Hopkins maintains a pragmatic approach to development, balancing the demands of modern commerce with the preservation of its foundational, hardworking identity.
Cultural life in Hopkins thrives on a blend of long-standing community traditions and a steady, welcoming energy that defines the daily pace. The annual Raspberry Festival stands out as a hallmark event, drawing neighbors together to celebrate the local harvest with parades and gatherings that mark the peak of the warm season. Among the notable figures associated with the area, the musician Prince attended school here, leaving a subtle but indelible mark on the local creative consciousness. Landmarks like the historic downtown district offer a tangible connection to the past, where the architecture reflects the period of the town's early expansion. Hopkins continues to foster a sense of belonging through its public spaces and seasonal festivities, ensuring that the rhythm of everyday life feels both grounded and connected to a wider, shared experience.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Hopkins, Minnesota. Coordinates: 44.925107, -93.404494. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Hopkins includes the ZIP code (55345, 55343, 55305), telephone area code (612, 952), county seat of Hennepin County (Minneapolis), and school district assignment (Hopkins Public School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |