City Name: Hopkins
County: Hennepin
Population: 17,145
Avg. Assessed Mkt Value : $169,904
(2004)
Property Tax: $2,341
(2004)
City Hall: www.hopkinsmn.com
Chamber of Commerce: TwinWest Chamber
See available properties in Hopkins
School District(s):
Hopkins School Information
Hopkins (270) Phone: (952) 988-4000
Hopkins Utilities
Electric:
Xcel Energy, www.xcelenergy.com, (800) 895-4999
Gas:
Centerpoint Energy, www.centerpointenergy.com, (612) 372-4727
Phone:
Qwest Communications, www.qwest.com, (800) 244-1111
Cable:
Time Warner Cable, www.twcminnesota.com, (612) 522-2000
Newspaper: Lakeshore Weekly News, Hopkins Sun Sailor
About the Community of Hopkins
Hopkins is an older, close-knit community located straight west of the South Minneapolis residential area. Known as the Raspberry Capital, the city hosts its popular Raspberry Festival each summer. Residents of Hopkins can choose from a variety of housing options, ranging from single-family homes and townhouses, to small and large apartment complexes. Many recreational options are easily accessible from the city; Lake Minnetonka is a short drive west, and Minneapolis' central lakes are a few minutes east. In addition, a number of parks and recreation facilities are located within Hopkins. SuperValu, NAPCO International Inc., Sungard Financial Systems, and Thermotech are among the companies located in Hopkins. Nearby shopping includes downtown Hopkins, as well as Knollwood Mall, Ridgedale Mall, Country Village and Miracle Mile Shopping centers.