Jobs & Economy in Woodbury
Woodbury's economy runs on a real, genuinely affluent, well-educated base, anchored by 3M's IT center and a substantial, named healthcare-employer presence.
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Learn moreA real, genuinely affluent, well-educated economy
Woodbury's median household income ran $126,222, with more than 62% of adults 25 and older holding at least a bachelor's degree -- a genuine, well-documented affluence.
3M's real local presence -- honestly disclosed
3M maintains a real IT center in Woodbury, though its corporate headquarters sits in neighboring Maplewood, not Woodbury itself -- this record discloses that distinction honestly rather than implying an in-city headquarters.
A real, substantial healthcare-employer base
M Health Fairview, HealthPartners, Summit Orthopedics, and Allina all maintain a real, named local presence, with healthcare and social assistance leading local employment at 7,013 jobs (2023) of 41,800 total employed residents.
Key takeaways
- Woodbury's median household income ($126,222) and 62%+ bachelor's-degree rate reflect real, genuine affluence.
- 3M's IT center operates in Woodbury; its headquarters sits in neighboring Maplewood -- disclosed honestly.
- Healthcare (M Health Fairview, HealthPartners, Summit Orthopedics, Allina) leads local employment.
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