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Edina vs Bloomington, MN: How They Compare
The short answer
Edina and Bloomington are neighboring Hennepin County cities, with Bloomington directly south of Edina. Bloomington is much larger, with about 89,000 residents on about 34.7 square miles, and it is largely built out, so most homes for sale are existing homes. Edina covers about 15.5 square miles and is a city of named neighborhoods, some dating to the early 1900s.
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Side by side
| Fact | Edina | Bloomington |
|---|---|---|
| County | Hennepin County | Hennepin County |
| ZIP codes | 55424, 55435, 55436 (and others) | 55420, 55425, 55431, 55437, 55438 |
| Population (2025 estimate) | 54,356 | 89,034 |
| Land area | About 15.5 sq mi | About 34.7 sq mi |
| Median owner-occupied home value (Census 2020-2024 survey) | $646,300 | $361,700 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72.4% | 65.7% |
| School districts (names only) | Edina Public Schools; Hopkins Public Schools (portions) | Bloomington Public Schools |
| Main routes / transit | Hwy 62, Hwy 100, Hwy 169, I-494; METRO E Line bus rapid transit | I-494, I-35W, Hwy 77, Hwy 100, Hwy 169; METRO Blue Line (4 stations) and Orange Line |
| Parks and trails (official figures) | Nearly 40 parks and recreational facilities, including 500-acre Braemar Park | 97 parks and green spaces; Hyland-Bush-Anderson Lakes Park Reserve covers more than 2,500 acres |
The home values are U.S. Census survey figures for 2020 to 2024, not today's sale prices. For what homes sell for now, ask us for recent sales on the streets you are considering.
Homes
Edina's neighborhoods differ a great deal in age, style, and lot size, from the Country Club District and Morningside to condominiums around Centennial Lakes and Southdale. In many older Edina neighborhoods, small original homes have been replaced by new ones.
Bloomington became a city in 1960 and is largely built out, so most homes for sale are existing homes instead of new construction. Interstate 35W divides the city. West Bloomington is mostly residential, and East Bloomington has more business, industry, and retail along with residential neighborhoods.
The Census survey for 2020 to 2024 put the median owner-occupied home value at $646,300 in Edina and $361,700 in Bloomington. Those are survey figures, not today's sale prices.
Getting around
Edina has Highway 62, Highway 100, Highway 169, and Interstate 494 on its edges and through its middle, and the METRO E Line bus rapid transit runs from Southdale Transit Center to downtown Minneapolis.
Bloomington has Interstate 494 across its north side and Interstate 35W north to Minneapolis, plus Highways 77, 100, and 169. The METRO Blue Line light rail has four Bloomington stations and runs through the airport to downtown Minneapolis, and the METRO Orange Line stops at I-35W and 98th Street and at Knox Avenue and American Boulevard.
Which one fits you?
If you want a named neighborhood close to Minneapolis or a condominium near Southdale, Edina is worth a look. If you want light rail, quick access to the airport, or a west side home near Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Bush Lake, or Normandale Lake, Bloomington is worth a look. Near the airport, we visit at different times of day so you can hear the flight paths for yourself.
Read more on our Edina page and our Bloomington page.
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Where these facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from U.S. Census QuickFacts, City of Edina: places to go, City of Edina: Braemar Park, Metro Transit: E Line, Hopkins Public Schools, City of Bloomington: parks and recreation, Three Rivers Park District: Hyland Lake Park Reserve, Metro Transit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edina or Bloomington bigger?
Bloomington has more people. Edina had an estimated 54,356 residents on July 1, 2025, and Bloomington had an estimated 89,034. Edina covers about 15.5 square miles of land, and Bloomington covers about 34.7.
Which has newer homes, Edina or Bloomington?
Neither city is mostly new construction. Bloomington became a city in 1960 and is largely built out, so most homes for sale there are existing homes. Edina's named neighborhoods date back as far as the early 1900s, and in many of them small original homes have been replaced by new ones. We compare the age and updates of each home you are considering.
Are Edina and Bloomington in the same county?
Yes. Edina and Bloomington are both in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Which school districts serve Edina and Bloomington?
Edina Public Schools serves most of Edina, and Hopkins Public Schools serves portions of it. Bloomington Public Schools serves Bloomington. The district depends on the address, so confirm it with the district for any home before you make an offer.
How do I compare property taxes in Edina and Bloomington?
Hennepin County keeps the tax records for both cities. Search the county's property information lookup by address or parcel number to see the taxes and the assessed value for each home you are comparing. We pull those records with you for the exact homes on your list.
Is it easier to commute to Minneapolis or St. Paul from Edina or Bloomington?
Both have direct routes to Minneapolis. Edina is directly southwest of Minneapolis, with Highways 62 and 100 and the METRO E Line bus rapid transit. Bloomington is 10 miles south of downtown Minneapolis, with Interstate 35W and the METRO Blue Line light rail, which also serves the airport. We map your actual route before you choose.
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