Economic Development

Why Burnsville?
Because Burnsville Means Business!

Burnsville is a diverse business community located at the intersection of two major interstates -- I-35W and I-35E. The City is business-friendly, and partners with both public and private organizations to help with development/redevelopment, and ensure a skilled and diverse workforce is available.

Location, Location, Location!

  • Serviced by two interstate highways - I-35W and I-35E
  • Fifteen (15) minutes from MSP International Airport
  • Fifteen (15)  minutes from downtown Minneapolis, downtown St. Paul, and the University of Minnesota

Business Friendly

  • 93% of businesses rate Burnsville's business climate as Good or Excellent
  • 2,500 successful businesses call Burnsville home
  • 200+ healthcare-related businesses
  • 140+ Information Technology businesses
  • 9th in Information Services businesses in Minnesota
  • 9th in Healthcare-related businesses in Minnesota
  • 11th in manufacturing businesses in Minnesota
  • 7th in retail businesses in Minnesota

CARES Grants Update

Infographic with 3 check recipients. Text: cares grants were distributed to 116 local businesses