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Minnetonka vs Maple Grove, MN: How They Compare
The short answer
Minnetonka and Maple Grove are both in Hennepin County. Maple Grove had an estimated 73,893 residents in 2025 on about 32.6 square miles, while Minnetonka had an estimated 53,969 on about 26.9. Minnetonka has lots that follow the land among trees and wetlands and Interstate 394 toward downtown Minneapolis, while Maple Grove has neighborhoods built around lakes and Arbor Lakes, where Interstates 94, 494, and 694 meet.
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| Fact | Minnetonka | Maple Grove |
|---|---|---|
| County | Hennepin County | Hennepin County |
| ZIP codes | 55305, 55343, 55345, 55391 (and others) | 55311, 55369 |
| Population (2025 estimate) | 53,969 | 73,893 |
| Land area | About 26.9 sq mi | About 32.6 sq mi |
| Median owner-occupied home value (Census 2020-2024 survey) | $475,800 | $418,300 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71.6% | 82.3% |
| School districts | Hopkins (District 270); Minnetonka (District 276); Wayzata (District 284) | Osseo Area Schools (District 279); Wayzata Public Schools (District 284) |
| Main routes / transit | I-394, I-494, Hwy 169; Metro Transit local and express buses; METRO Green Line Extension scheduled to open June 12, 2027 | I-94, I-494, I-694, Hwy 610, Hwy 169; Maple Grove Transit express buses |
| Parks and trails (official figures) | 49 parks and more than 100 miles of trails | More than 1,000 acres of parks, 36 miles of maintained trails, and 48 playgrounds |
Population is the Census estimate for July 1, 2025. The home values are U.S. Census survey figures for 2020 to 2024, not today's sale prices. Confirm the schools for any address with the district.
Homes
Minnetonka incorporated in 1956, and its homes range from mid-century houses to recent construction. Its lots tend to follow the land among trees and wetlands, and more than 20 percent of the city is wetlands and lakes. On a wooded or sloped lot we look at drainage, trees near the house, and the driveway in winter.
Maple Grove incorporated in 1954 and has been growing ever since. Its neighborhoods are organized around lakes such as Weaver, Fish, and Rice, and around Arbor Lakes and Main Street, where homes, townhomes, and condominiums sit within reach of shops. Newer subdivisions and new construction are part of the market.
The Census survey for 2020 to 2024 put the median owner-occupied home value at $475,800 in Minnetonka and $418,300 in Maple Grove. Owners occupy 71.6 percent of homes in Minnetonka and 82.3 percent in Maple Grove. Those survey figures are not today's sale prices, so we pull recent sales for the homes you are considering.
Getting around
In Minnetonka, Interstate 394 leads east to downtown Minneapolis, Interstate 494 runs north and south through the city, and Highway 169 runs along the east side. Metro Transit runs local and express buses there, and the METRO Green Line Extension is scheduled to open June 12, 2027, with service to the Opus area.
In Maple Grove, Interstates 94, 494, and 694 meet, and Highways 610 and 169 serve the north and east sides. Maple Grove Transit runs express buses to Minneapolis from Maple Grove Transit Station on Main Street and Parkway Station.
Which one fits you?
If you want a wooded or sloped lot among trees and wetlands, Minnetonka is worth a look, and more than 20 percent of the city is wetlands and lakes. If you want a home within reach of the shops at Arbor Lakes and Main Street, or new construction, Maple Grove is worth a look. If your drive follows Interstate 394, compare homes in Minnetonka, and if it follows Interstate 94, compare homes in Maple Grove.
We help buyers compare both, home by home. Send us a message or call (651) 661-4770.
You can read more on our Minnetonka page and our Maple Grove page.
Where these facts come from
Checked November 2026. These facts come from U.S. Census QuickFacts: Minnetonka, U.S. Census QuickFacts: Maple Grove, City of Minnetonka: parks and trails, City of Minnetonka: getting around, City of Minnetonka: schools and libraries, City of Minnetonka: history, Metropolitan Council: Green Line Extension, City of Maple Grove: around the city, City of Maple Grove: school districts, City of Maple Grove: park-and-ride.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Minnetonka or Maple Grove bigger?
Maple Grove has more people. Minnetonka had an estimated 53,969 residents on July 1, 2025, and Maple Grove had an estimated 73,893. Minnetonka covers about 26.9 square miles of land, and Maple Grove covers about 32.6.
Which has newer homes, Minnetonka or Maple Grove?
Maple Grove has newer subdivisions and new construction as part of its market, and it has been growing since it incorporated in 1954. Minnetonka incorporated in 1956, and its homes range from mid-century houses to recent construction. We compare the age of each home you are considering.
Are Minnetonka and Maple Grove in the same county?
Yes. Minnetonka and Maple Grove are both in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Which school districts serve Minnetonka and Maple Grove?
Three districts serve different parts of Minnetonka: Hopkins, Minnetonka, and Wayzata. Osseo Area Schools serves most of Maple Grove, and Wayzata Public Schools serves part of it. 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 Minnetonka and Maple Grove?
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 Minnetonka or Maple Grove?
Minnetonka has Interstate 394 east to downtown Minneapolis, Interstate 494, and Highway 169, with Metro Transit local and express buses. The METRO Green Line Extension is scheduled to open June 12, 2027, with service to the Opus area. Maple Grove has Interstates 94, 494, and 694, and Maple Grove Transit runs express buses to Minneapolis from two park-and-rides. We map your actual route before you choose.
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