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Shingle Creek
Neighborhood
Sign for Shingle Creek
Sign for Shingle Creek
Location of Shingle Creek within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
Location of Shingle Creek within the U.S. city of Minneapolis
Country United States
State Minnesota
County Hennepin
City Minneapolis
Community Camden
City Council Ward 4
Area
 • Total 0.496 sq mi (1.28 km2)
Population
 (2020)
 • Total 3,351
 • Density 6,756/sq mi (2,608.5/km2)
Time zone UTC-6 (CST)
 • Summer (DST) UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code
55430
Area code(s) 612
Historical population
Census Pop.
1980 3,256
1990 3,000 −7.9%
2000 3,170 5.7%
2010 3,031 −4.4%
2020 3,351 10.6%

Shingle Creek is a neighborhood in the Camden community of Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is located in the far northwestern part of the city. The neighborhood gets its name from the creek that flows through it.

About Shingle Creek

Shingle Creek is a special part of Minneapolis. It is known for the creek that runs right through it. This creek gives the neighborhood its unique name.

Where is Shingle Creek Located?

This neighborhood is in the northwest corner of Minneapolis. It has clear boundaries that help people find their way around.

Shingle Creek's Boundaries

  • To the north, you'll find 53rd Avenue North.
  • To the east, the boundary is Humboldt Avenue North.
  • To the south, it reaches 49th Avenue North.
  • To the west, it goes up to Xerxes Avenue North.

Who Represents Shingle Creek?

Shingle Creek is part of Ward 4 in Minneapolis. A "ward" is like a district. Each ward has a person who represents it on the city council.

Your City Council Member

The person who represents Ward 4 is called a council member. Their job is to speak for the people living in their ward. They help make decisions for the city. The current council member for Ward 4 is LaTrisha Vetaw.

Shingle Creek's Population

The number of people living in Shingle Creek changes over time. Like many places, its population can go up or down.

How Many People Live Here?

In 2020, about 3,351 people lived in the Shingle Creek neighborhood. This number helps us understand how big the community is.

Population Changes Over Time

Looking at past numbers shows how the neighborhood has grown or shrunk.

  • In 1980, there were 3,256 residents.
  • By 1990, the population was 3,000.
  • In 2000, it went up to 3,170 people.
  • In 2010, it was 3,031.
  • The latest count in 2020 showed 3,351 residents.
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