Minnesota Cities Shine in Active Lifestyle Rankings

Minneapolis and St. Paul have been recognized as some of the best places for an active lifestyle, according to a recent ranking by WalletHub.

Key Achievements

• Minneapolis: Ranked 12th overall.
• St. Paul: Ranked 15th overall, with notable achievements:
• High number of golf courses per capita.
• Tied for first place in basketball hoops per capita.

Ranking Criteria

WalletHub considered various factors, including:

• Fitness club fees
• Number of inactive adults
• Availability of sports facilities (e.g., swimming pools, tennis courts, basketball hoops, golf courses per capita).

Top Performers

• Honolulu: Top spot, likely due to its warm climate and beautiful outdoors.
• New York: Second place, attributed to the amount of walking required to get around.

Notable Absence

Duluth, known for its active community, did not make the top 15. This highlights that rankings are based on specific criteria and may not capture every aspect of a city's lifestyle.