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Top Minnesota Small Cities Excel in Schools and Affordability
10/5/2025
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- Minnesota ranks highly in WalletHub's small cities list, with eight towns in the top 10 percent.
- Lakeville and Prior Lake sit at the 97th percentile for strong schools and family-friendly environments.
- Cottage Grove sits at the 97th percentile for affordability and educational quality.
- Shakopee and Woodbury are in the 96th percentile for entertainment and convenience.
