Minneapolis, MN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 422,331 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.4%

Median Age: 32.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Minneapolis: 114.4 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (10.6%), Somali (7.5%), Norwegian (5.3%), Irish (3.4%), European (3.1%), American (2.8%).

Elevation: 820 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 252,304 - 59.7%
      Black alone - 75,006 - 17.8%
      Hispanic - 46,375 - 11.0%
      Asian alone - 26,833 - 6.4%
      Two or more races - 15,281 - 3.6%
      American Indian alone - 5,745 - 1.4%
      Other race alone - 701 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 81 - 0.02%

By 1871, the west river bank had twenty-three businesses, including flour mills, woolen mills, iron works, a railroad machine shop, and mills for cotton, paper, sashes, and planing wood. Due to the occupational hazards of milling, six local sources of artificial limbs were competing in the prosthetics business by the 1890s. The farmers of the Great Plains grew grain that was shipped by rail to the city's 34 flour mills. Millers have used hydropower elsewhere since the 1st century B.C., but the results in Minneapolis between 1880 and 1930 were so remarkable the city has been described as "the greatest direct-drive waterpower center the world has ever seen."

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300 0.6 miles

333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406 0.6 miles

825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE 1.4 miles

2220 RIVERSIDE AVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55454
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

2925 Chicago Ave 2.1 miles

2925 Chicago Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Categories: Minneapolis MN

1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2 3.0 miles

1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

5100 GAMBLE DR STE 100 4.1 miles

5100 GAMBLE DR STE 100
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

4000 CENTRAL AVE NE 4.3 miles

4000 CENTRAL AVE NE
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN 55421
Categories: COLUMBIA HEIGHTS MN

5685 DULUTH ST 4.5 miles

5685 DULUTH ST
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55422
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200 4.9 miles

4080 W BROADWAY AVE STE 200
ROBBINSDALE, MN 55422
Categories: ROBBINSDALE MN

600 County Road D West, Suite 11 5.1 miles

600 County Road D West, Suite 11
New Brighton, MN 55112
Categories: New Brighton MN

3800 PARK NICOLLET BLVD 5.2 miles

3800 PARK NICOLLET BLVD
SAINT LOUIS PARK, MN 55416
Categories: SAINT LOUIS PARK MN

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG 5.2 miles

393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza 5.2 miles

570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza
St Paul, MN 55104
Categories: St Paul MN

402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D 5.3 miles

402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D
NEW BRIGHTON, MN 55112
Categories: NEW BRIGHTON MN

2300 NEVADA AVE N 5.5 miles

2300 NEVADA AVE N
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130 5.6 miles

2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W 5.9 miles

1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

8301 GOLDEN VALLEY RD STE 100 5.9 miles

8301 GOLDEN VALLEY RD STE 100
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41 5.9 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41
SAINT PAUL, MN 55113
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W 5.9 miles

1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W 5.9 miles

1835 COUNTY ROAD C W
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
Categories: ROSEVILLE MN

701 DECATUR AVE N STE 101 6.3 miles

701 DECATUR AVE N STE 101
GOLDEN VALLEY, MN 55427
Categories: GOLDEN VALLEY MN

4221 WINNETKA AVE N 6.8 miles

4221 WINNETKA AVE N
NEW HOPE, MN 55428
Categories: NEW HOPE MN

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120 7.0 miles

2781 FREEWAY BLVD STE 120
BROOKLYN CENTER, MN 55430
Categories: BROOKLYN CENTER MN

6944 NICOLLET AVE 7.1 miles

6944 NICOLLET AVE
RICHFIELD, MN 55423
Categories: RICHFIELD MN

6515 BARRIE RD 7.2 miles

6515 BARRIE RD
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55435
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

6545 FRANCE AVE S STE 641 7.3 miles

6545 FRANCE AVE S STE 641
EDINA, MN 55435
Categories: EDINA MN

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G 8.0 miles

4345 NATHAN LN N STE G
PLYMOUTH, MN 55442
Categories: PLYMOUTH MN

7550 34TH AVE S 8.1 miles

7550 34TH AVE S
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55450
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

6525 France Ave. Ste320, 8.2 miles

6525 France Ave. Ste320,
Edina, MN 55435
Categories: Edina MN

2626 E 82ND ST ste 105 8.7 miles

2626 E 82ND ST ste 105
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

2716 EAST 82ND ST 8.7 miles

2716 EAST 82ND ST
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

2000 PLYMOUTH RD STE 100 8.8 miles

2000 PLYMOUTH RD STE 100
MINNETONKA, MN 55305
Categories: MINNETONKA MN

550 OSBORNE RD NE 8.8 miles

550 OSBORNE RD NE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55432
Categories: MINNEAPOLIS MN

7675 MADISON ST NE 8.8 miles

7675 MADISON ST NE
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
Categories: FRIDLEY MN

480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400 8.8 miles

480 OSBORNE RD NE STE 400
FRIDLEY, MN 55432
Categories: FRIDLEY MN

205 WABASHA ST S 9.1 miles

205 WABASHA ST S
SAINT PAUL, MN 55107
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

2520 PILOT KNOB RD STE 250 9.3 miles

2520 PILOT KNOB RD STE 250
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN 55120
Categories: MENDOTA HEIGHTS MN

2855 CAMPUS DR STE 400 9.4 miles

2855 CAMPUS DR STE 400
PLYMOUTH, MN 55441
Categories: PLYMOUTH MN

10000 ZANE AVE N 9.5 miles

10000 ZANE AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55443
Categories: BROOKLYN PARK MN

7475 FLYING CLOUD DR APT 557 10.6 miles

7475 FLYING CLOUD DR APT 557
EDEN PRARIE, MN 55344
Categories: EDEN PRARIE MN

9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW 10.8 miles

9055 SPRINGBROOK DR NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
Categories: COON RAPIDS MN

9201 WYOMING AVE N 11.3 miles

9201 WYOMING AVE N
BROOKLYN PARK, MN 55445
Categories: BROOKLYN PARK MN

402 COUNTY ROAD D W 11.3 miles

402 COUNTY ROAD D W
SAINT PAUL, MN 55112
Categories: SAINT PAUL MN

5001 AMERICAN BLVD W STE 945 SOUTHGATE BLDG 11.4 miles

5001 AMERICAN BLVD W STE 945 SOUTHGATE BLDG
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55437
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

1110 YANKEE DOODLE RD 11.6 miles

1110 YANKEE DOODLE RD
EAGAN, MN 55121
Categories: EAGAN MN

1560 BEAM AVE STE F 11.6 miles

1560 BEAM AVE STE F
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
Categories: MAPLEWOOD MN

10000 QUINCE ST NW 12.0 miles

10000 QUINCE ST NW
COON RAPIDS, MN 55433
Categories: COON RAPIDS MN

9358 ENSIGN AVE S STE C 12.0 miles

9358 ENSIGN AVE S STE C
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55438
Categories: BLOOMINGTON MN

7840 VINEWOOD LN 12.1 miles

7840 VINEWOOD LN
MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369
Categories: MAPLE GROVE MN

10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100 12.1 miles

10190 BALTIMORE ST NE STE 100
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

2331 108TH LN NE 13.2 miles

2331 108TH LN NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

4651 Nicols Rd 13.4 miles

4651 Nicols Rd
Eagan, MN 55122
Categories: Eagan MN

4651 Nicols Rd Ste 107 13.4 miles

4651 Nicols Rd Ste 107
Eagan, MN 55122
Categories: Eagan MN

3105 East 65th St Suite 400 13.8 miles

3105 East 65th St Suite 400
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Categories: Inver Grove Heights MN

3105 65TH ST E STE 400 13.8 miles

3105 65TH ST E STE 400
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55076
Categories: INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MN

2760 75TH ST E STE E 14.2 miles

2760 75TH ST E STE E
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55076
Categories: INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MN

4135 HIGHWAY 13 W 14.3 miles

4135 HIGHWAY 13 W
SAVAGE, MN 55378
Categories: SAVAGE MN

12175 ABERDEEN ST NE 14.7 miles

12175 ABERDEEN ST NE
BLAINE, MN 55449
Categories: BLAINE MN

1687 WOODLANE DR STE 102 15.0 miles

1687 WOODLANE DR STE 102
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

2056 WOODLANE DR 15.1 miles

2056 WOODLANE DR
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

436 HAYWARD AVE N 15.1 miles

436 HAYWARD AVE N
OAKDALE, MN 55128
Categories: OAKDALE MN

2321 7TH AVE 16.3 miles

2321 7TH AVE
ANOKA, MN 55303
Categories: ANOKA MN

8380 CITY CENTRE DR 16.5 miles

8380 CITY CENTRE DR
WOODBURY, MN 55125
Categories: WOODBURY MN

7372 143RD STREET CT 16.6 miles

7372 143RD STREET CT
APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124
Categories: APPLE VALLEY MN

3180B 117TH ST E 16.7 miles

3180B 117TH ST E
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
Categories: INVER GROVE HEIGHTS MN

601 Jacob Lane 17.0 miles

601 Jacob Lane
Anoka, MN 55303
Categories: Anoka MN

14655 GALAXIE AVE 17.1 miles

14655 GALAXIE AVE
APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124
Categories: APPLE VALLEY MN

6001 EGAN DR STE 120 17.4 miles

6001 EGAN DR STE 120
SAVAGE, MN 55378
Categories: SAVAGE MN

15170 CHIPPENDALE AVE W STE 200 18.5 miles

15170 CHIPPENDALE AVE W STE 200
ROSEMOUNT, MN 55068
Categories: ROSEMOUNT MN

14665 MERCANTILE DR N STE 100 19.3 miles

14665 MERCANTILE DR N STE 100
HUGO, MN 55038
Categories: HUGO MN

8611 W POINT DOUGLAS RD S 19.7 miles

8611 W POINT DOUGLAS RD S
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
Categories: COTTAGE GROVE MN

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR 20.3 miles

21395 JOHN MILLESS DR
ROGERS, MN 55374
Categories: ROGERS MN

7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D 20.5 miles

7850 RIVERDALE DR NW STE D
RAMSEY, MN 55303
Categories: RAMSEY MN

1580 WHITE OAK DR STE 100 20.6 miles

1580 WHITE OAK DR STE 100
CHASKA, MN 55318
Categories: CHASKA MN

119 W 4TH ST STE 3 21.2 miles

119 W 4TH ST STE 3
CHASKA, MN 55318
Categories: CHASKA MN

5815 NORELL AVE N AT THE FRONT OF STORE 21.7 miles

5815 NORELL AVE N AT THE FRONT OF STORE
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

1500 CURVE CREST BLVD 21.7 miles

1500 CURVE CREST BLVD
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

13999 60TH ST N 21.9 miles

13999 60TH ST N
STILLWATER, MN 55082
Categories: STILLWATER MN

927 W Churchill St 22.3 miles

927 W Churchill St
Stillwater, MN 55082
Categories: Stillwater MN

11276 210TH ST W Ste 104 23.2 miles

11276 210TH ST W Ste 104
LAKEVILLE, MN 55044
Categories: LAKEVILLE MN

1540 LAKE ST S 23.9 miles

1540 LAKE ST S
FOREST LAKE, MN 55025
Categories: FOREST LAKE MN

21260 CHIPPENDALE AVE W 24.0 miles

21260 CHIPPENDALE AVE W
FARMINGTON, MN 55024
Categories: FARMINGTON MN

9000 Walnut St 24.9 miles

9000 Walnut St
Rockford, MN 55373
Categories: Rockford MN

400 CENTRAL AVE E STE 20 24.9 miles

400 CENTRAL AVE E STE 20
SAINT MICHAEL, MN 55376
Categories: SAINT MICHAEL MN

1175 NININGER RD 24.9 miles

1175 NININGER RD
HASTINGS, MN 55033
Categories: HASTINGS MN

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If you need a Drug, Alcohol, COVID-19 or DNA test in Minneapolis, MN, Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Minneapolis, MN locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.

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Step 1: Choose and purchase your desired test online or call our local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. Our representatives are ready to assist you with scheduling. Please note that payment is required at the time of registration as testing centers are unable to process payments. We offer same-day service for most tests.

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Step 3: You will receive an authorization form/donor pass via email, which includes the local testing center's address and operational hours. Remember to bring this form or have it accessible on your smartphone when visiting the center. No need for prior appointments.

Options for Urine and Hair Drug Testing in Minneapolis, MN

Accredited Drug Testing provides various testing methods to meet customer needs. Urine testing is prevalent, with a detection window of 1 to 5 days, suitable for employers, courts, and schools. Meanwhile, hair testing is gaining popularity for its extended detection period of up to 90 days.

Most Common Drug Tests: Urine or Hair?

Both the 5-panel urine and 5-panel hair drug tests screen the same substances, but they offer different detection windows. Urine tests provide a look-back period of 1-5 days, whereas hair tests can detect usage up to 90 days.

Court Mandated Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)

Our Minneapolis drug testing centers offer services for various court-ordered procedures, including probation and child custody cases. Tests can be observed if required, and results are admissible in various legal proceedings.

Instructions in court orders specify the type of tests to be conducted and substances screened. Any requirements for witnessed collection to prevent tampering are also outlined.

DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Minneapolis, MN

We specialize in testing services for all Department of Transportation (DOT) modes, including Trucking, Maritime, Aviation, Public Transportation, Railroad, and Pipeline industries, adhering to Part 40 of DOT Compliance Regulations. Additionally, services like consortium enrollment, MVR reports, supervisor training, and policy manual development are provided. We also support DOT compliance programs tailored for single operators and small trucking companies.

Additional DOT Offerings:

  • Consortium Enrollment
  • DOT Physical Examinations
  • Supervisor Training Programs
  • Policy Development for Employers
  • MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) Reports
  • Employee Training Initiatives
  • Background Checks
  • FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification

Employer and Drug-Free Workplace Testing in Minneapolis, MN

Accredited Drug Testing provides extensive and affordable drug-free workplace programs for businesses of all sizes. Companies with employee drug testing programs are called Drug-Free Workplaces. However, not all qualify under state laws due to incomplete programs. Our Minneapolis locations are equipped to support your requirements.

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Benefits of a Drug-Free Workplace in Minneapolis, MN include:

  • Improved Employee Performance
  • Reduced Workplace Accidents
  • Decreased Employee Absenteeism
  • Lower Workers Compensation Rates
  • Boosted Employee Morale
  • Enhanced Customer Satisfaction

On-site and Mobile Drug Testing in Minneapolis, MN

If your company has 10 or more employees needing drug or alcohol testing, Accredited Drug Testing offers on-site testing services at your location. This service is popular in sectors like construction, manufacturing, and at job fairs. Testing is available for pre-employment and random checks. Contact our on-site coordinator at (800)221-4291 to schedule your event in Minneapolis.

Drug Testing Centers Across Minneapolis, MN

With numerous locations throughout Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding areas, our centers offer flexible hours, including early and late openings for convenience. Our trained specialists provide professional and confidential service.

Testing is available for a wide range of purposes, including pre-employment, random selection, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion. Individual testing can be for court orders, probation, child custody cases, or personal reasons.

Accredited Drug Testing is a national organization with centers in Minneapolis, MN specializing in drug, alcohol, and DNA testing, alongside DOT physicals and background checks.

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Accredited Drug Testing boasts over 20,000 centers across the U.S., offering nationwide service.

Choosing the Right Drug Testing Panel

Drug testing panels indicate the number of drugs screened. Common options are 5-panel, 10-panel, and 12-panel tests. Customizable screenings are available.

Understanding Drug Tests

A drug test assesses a biological sample, like urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, or saliva, for specific drugs or their metabolites. They are used in sports for detecting steroids, by employers for illegal drugs, and by law enforcement for alcohol levels. BAC is checked using a breathalyzer, while urinalysis is common in work and sports settings. Various methods exist, each with different accuracy, sensitivity, and detection periods.

Effects of Passive Smoke Inhalation on Test Results

Passive inhalation of marijuana smoke, such as from being near smokers, is unlikely to result in a false positive, as analytical thresholds are set well above levels possible from passive exposure.

Abnormal urinalysis results could indicate false negatives or intentional tampering, possible with low creatinine levels indicating dilution or adulteration.

  • Low creatinine may suggest an attempt to dilute the urine for masking purposes through excessive water intake or sample dilution.
  • Creatinine levels alongside specific gravity help detect sample dilution. Testing facilities may prevent tampering by adding dye to toilet water.
  • Subjects may try altering sample stability by adding enzymes, commonly altering pH levels, which are also measured.

Detection Windows: How Long Do Drugs Stay in the Body?

The time a drug remains in the system varies based on factors like:

  • Drug quantity ingested
  • Frequency of usage
  • Type of drug
  • Individual metabolic rate and health
  • Fluid intake after consumption
  • Exercise after consumption
  • Genetic variability impacting drug response

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Local Area Info: Minneapolis

Minneapolis (/?m?ni?æp?l?s/ (listen)) is the county seat of Hennepin County and the larger of the Twin Cities, the 16th-largest metropolitan area in the United States. As of 2017, Minneapolis is the largest city in the state of Minnesota and 45th-largest in the United States, with an estimated population of 422,331. The Twin Cities metropolitan area consists of Minneapolis, its neighbor Saint Paul, and suburbs which altogether contain about 3.6 million people, and is the third-largest economic center in the Midwest.

Minneapolis lies on both banks of the Mississippi River, just north of the river's confluence with the Minnesota River, and adjoins Saint Paul, the state's capital. The city is abundantly rich in water, with 13 lakes, wetlands, the Mississippi River, creeks and waterfalls; many connected by parkways in the Chain of Lakes and the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway. It was once the world's flour milling capital and a hub for timber. The city and surrounding region is the primary business center between Chicago and Seattle. In 2011, Minneapolis proper was home to the fifth-highest number of Fortune 500 headquarters in the United States. As an integral link to the global economy, Minneapolis is categorized as a global city.

Minneapolis has one of the largest LGBT populations in the U.S. proportional to its overall population. Noted for its strong music and performing arts scenes, Minneapolis is home to both the award-winning Guthrie Theater and the historic First Avenue nightclub. Reflecting the region's status as an epicenter of folk, funk, and alternative rock music, the city served as the launching pad for several of the 20th century's most influential musicians, including Bob Dylan and Prince. Minneapolis has also become noted for its underground and independent hip-hop and rap scenes, producing artists such as Brother Ali, Atmosphere, and Dessa.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 422,331 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: +10.4%

Median Age: 32.4 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Minneapolis: 114.4 (more than average, U.S. average is 100)

Ancestries: Ancestries: German (10.6%), Somali (7.5%), Norwegian (5.3%), Irish (3.4%), European (3.1%), American (2.8%).

Elevation: 820 feet

Population Density:

Races:
      White alone - 252,304 - 59.7%
      Black alone - 75,006 - 17.8%
      Hispanic - 46,375 - 11.0%
      Asian alone - 26,833 - 6.4%
      Two or more races - 15,281 - 3.6%
      American Indian alone - 5,745 - 1.4%
      Other race alone - 701 - 0.2%
      Native Hawaiian and Other
>Pacific Islander alone - 81 - 0.02%

By 1871, the west river bank had twenty-three businesses, including flour mills, woolen mills, iron works, a railroad machine shop, and mills for cotton, paper, sashes, and planing wood. Due to the occupational hazards of milling, six local sources of artificial limbs were competing in the prosthetics business by the 1890s. The farmers of the Great Plains grew grain that was shipped by rail to the city's 34 flour mills. Millers have used hydropower elsewhere since the 1st century B.C., but the results in Minneapolis between 1880 and 1930 were so remarkable the city has been described as "the greatest direct-drive waterpower center the world has ever seen."

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