Technology and Innovation
From Code to Cure: Minnesota Tech Leads the Way
Minnesota is a hub for innovation and technology, with a legacy of companies that have reshaped how the world lives. From advanced manufacturing and medtech to software, digital services, and emerging sectors like Internet of Things (IoT) and agtech, the state offers a diverse and evolving tech landscape. Powered by a tech-savvy workforce, world-class research institutions, and strong public-private partnerships, Minnesota is uniquely positioned to lead the future of innovation.
Our Data Says It All
Minnesota’s technology industry continues to lead in the U.S.
- # of establishments: 16,055
- GDP contribution: $27.8 billion
- Exported goods: $4.9 billion
- Sector employment: 126,180 jobs
per 1 million people
per 1 million people
per 1 million people
Sources:
Establishments, GDP contribution, employment: Lightcast (2024).
Exported goods: Census Bureau and Trade Data Monitor (2024).
Rankings: U.S. Patent and Trademark Office: Patent rankings (2024).
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