10 Best Independent Living Communities in Eagan, MN

 

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Equidistant from Minneapolis and St. Paul, and just across the Minnesota River from Minneapolis International Airport and the Mall of America, Eagan stands out for its convenience — which is surpassed only by its beauty.

Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Eagan are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Eagan retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.

Cost of Independent Living in Eagan, MN

The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 was about $2,200 in Eagan and $2,000 within the metropolitan area. The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 in the state of Minnesota was around $2,100.

 

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Cost of Living

 

The total household expenses associated with living in Eagan are rated 18 points above the national average. Health care and other essential services are also rated substantially higher than the national average.

Index Scores

All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.

Household Expenses	Health Care	Insurance	Entertainment	Groceries	Clothing
118	125	121	128	107	118

 

Income and Housing

Median Income Age 45-64	Median Income Age 65+	Median Household Income	Average Individual Income	Median Employee Salary	Average Property Tax	One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate
$107,702 per year	$52,578 per year	$84,433 per year	$41,840 per year	$46,276 per year	$3,423 per year	$862 per month

 

 

Local Hospitals

 

The top hospitals that service Eagan include:

Fairview Ridges Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit acute care
• Bed count: 170+
• Specialties: Level IV trauma care, ICU, emergency services, diagnostic services

Fairview Southdale Hospital

• Facility type: nonprofit acute care
• Bed count: 330+
• Specialties: cardiovascular care, diagnostic imaging

Minneapolis VA Medical Center

• Facility type: governmental
• Bed count: n/a
• Specialties: Veterans care

 

 

Weather and Climate

 

Eagan’s climate is classified as warm summer humid continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperatures. The average humidity level is 67%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 77%.

 

Seasonal Temperatures

January Average	January Maximum	January Minimum
13°F	22°F	4°F

 

July Average	July Maximum	July Minimum
73°F	83°F	63°F

 

Air Quality

• Relative Air Quality Index: 90

This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.

Precipitation

• Average annual precipitation: 29.4″

 

 

Demographics and Values

 

Population Statistics

Median Age	Percent of Population Over 65	Population	Population Density	Average Household Size
39.5	12.1%	67,402	2,165.3 per square mile	2.6

 

Race & Ethnicity

American Indian or Alaskan Native	Asian	Black	Hispanic or Latino	Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	White (not Hispanic or Latino)
0.4%	8.4%	10.0%	5.3%	0.2%	3.2%	73.3%

These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.

 

LGBTQ+ Inclusivity

These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.

• Non-discrimination laws in Saint Paul: 29/30
• Overall inclusivity: 100/100

 

2016 Presidential Election Results for Dakota County

Democratic	Republican	Other
55.9%	42.0%	2.1%

 

 

Arts, Culture, Entertainment, and Recreation

 

Eagan’s landscape of rolling hills and more than 1,200 lakes, ponds, and wetlands is ideal for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and bird watching. During winter months, residents can access the indoor walking and running tracks at the Fitness Center located in the Eagan Community Center. History buffs can visit the Holz Farm — a city-owned living history site that encapsulates rural farm life in the 1930s and 1940s — or the historic Town Hall, which is maintained by the Eagan Historical Society.

The City of Eagan puts on a number of community events throughout the year, including farmers’ markets, art fairs, and holiday festivals. The Eagan 50+ Senior Board also offers a variety of programs, events, services, and ongoing activities both in person and virtually.

 

Transportation

A variety of bus routes, park and ride stations, and rapid transit options help Eagan residents get around the community. The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority and the Metro Red Line are the two main transit services that partner with the City of Eagan.