June 2026 edition
The Minnesota contractor market report
16,386 active licensed contractors across 5 trades, counted directly from the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) — led by general contractors at 14,761. Last data refresh: 2026-05-20.
16,386Active licenses
5,695,830Residents
28.8Licenses per 10k
$88,902Median income
20,947Permits (2025)
Licenses by trade
| Trade | Active licenses | Map |
|---|---|---|
| General Contractors | 14,761 | → |
| HVAC Contractors | 4,713 | → |
| Electricians | 3,037 | → |
| Plumbers | 1,882 | → |
| Roofing Contractors | 173 | → |
Where the contractors are
| City | Active licenses |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 570 |
| St Paul | 488 |
| Rochester | 280 |
| Duluth | 252 |
| Andover | 242 |
| Ramsey | 217 |
| Elk River | 214 |
| Lakeville | 204 |
| Maple Grove | 184 |
| Plymouth | 175 |
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