Minnesota Market Intelligence Report (2026)

Top Businesses to Start in Minnesota (2026)

We analyzed 164K+ verified business records to help you separate the hype from the hard numbers.

Top 5 Opportunities

FASTEST GROWTH SECTOR

Other Activities Related to Real Estate

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.46 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Other Computer Related Services

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.70 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Offices of All Other Miscellaneous Health Practitioners

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.59 LQ

HIGH DEMAND SIGNAL

Offices of Mental Health Practitioners (except Physicians)

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.70 LQ

LOW COMPETITION GAP

Tobacco Stores

Growth: +100.0% • Saturation: 0.66 LQ

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Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington

#1 VOL

The state's largest economic engine.

Population

3.7M

Active Biz

116K

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Common Questions

What is the fastest growing business in Minnesota?+

Currently, the Other Activities Related to Real Estate sector is leading the state with a +100.0% 5-year growth rate across multiple metro markets.

What does the data say about Minnesota's economy?+

The state is home to 164K active establishments across 9 major metro areas. The market shows strong growth in emerging sectors with opportunities in high-demand, low-saturation niches.