Pest control · Bloomington, Minnesota
Pest control in Bloomington, MN
Termites, ants, roaches, scorpions or rodents? 53% of Bloomington's homes are detached houses[1], and 7% were built since 2010. Request a licensed pest-control company that services the area. Bloomington, in Hennepin County — ZIPs 55438, 55431, 55437, 55420, 55425, counts 89,034 residents (2025 estimate)[2].
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The Bloomington pest control picture in brief
- Population (2025 est.)
- 89,034[2]-1.0% since 2020
- County
- Hennepin[2]
- Land area
- 34.7 sq mi[3]
- Detached single-family homes
- 53%[1]the 4th-lowest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover
- Homes built 2010 or later
- 7%[1]the 5th-lowest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover
- People per square mile of land
- 2,566[2][3]the 6th-densest of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover
- Households renting
- 34%[1]2020–2024
- Population change, 2020–2025
- -1.0%[2]the 6th-slowest-growing of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover
- Land area
- 34.7 sq mi[3]city limits
What the local data means for pest control in Bloomington
Bloomington counts 89,034 residents (2025 estimate), growing at a middle-of-the-pack -1.0% since 2020[2]. The city spans 34.7 square miles at 2,566 residents per square mile (the 6th densest) and sits entirely in Hennepin County, served by ZIP codes 55438, 55431, 55437, 55420, 55425[3].
Building amid 1.0% decline since 2020 pushes construction into previously open land, which stirs up the pests already living there — and denser housing gives them more neighboring homes to visit.
5 ZIP codes cover Bloomington — 55438 (24% of the city's land), 55431 (23% of the city's land), 55437 (19% of the city's land), 55420 (19% of the city's land), 55425 (13% of the city's land)[4].
The tracked suburbs closest by are Edina (4.8 mi NW), Burnsville (4.8 mi S) and Eden Prairie (7.2 mi W)[3].
53% of Bloomington's 39,261 housing units are detached houses[1] — the 4th-lowest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover; nearby, Edina (54%), Burnsville (45%), and Eden Prairie (54%). With more attached housing, pests move between units — whole-building treatment matters more.
7% of homes were built in 2010 or later[1] (the 5th-lowest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover; Edina (12%), Burnsville (5%), and Eden Prairie (6%) nearby), and population changed -1.0% from 2020 to 2025[2]. Most houses here are past any builder termite warranty.
About 2,566 people live per square mile of land across 34.7 square miles[2][3] — the 6th-densest of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover. More yard between houses puts the focus on the foundation perimeter and entry points.
34% of households rent and 66% own[1].
Measured against the 15 suburbs on this site, Bloomington records the 2nd-oldest housing (by median year built) (1972)[1] and the 2nd-highest renter share (34%)[1].
Finding pest control help around Bloomington
Pest control contractors taking requests around Bloomington cover ZIP codes 55438, 55431, 55437, 55420, 55425.
Before you call: choosing a pest-control plan
The data underneath this Bloomington page
| Measure | Bloomington | Median of 15 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Growth since 2020 | -1.0% | 0.9% | 2 pts slower |
| Renter-occupied | 34% | 25% | 9 pts higher |
| Residents per sq mi | 2,566 | 2,337 | 10% denser |
| Detached single-family | 53% | 58% | 5 pts lower |
| Median year built | 1972 | 1988 | 16 years older |
| Flood reports (10 mi) | 24 | 24 | same as median |
Biggest gaps first. Medians are middle values across the Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover, drawn from the same sources.
| City | People / sq mi | Growth since 2020 | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington | 2,566 | -1.0% | 89,034 |
| Edina 4.8 mi | 3,516 | 1.7% | 54,356 |
| Burnsville 4.8 mi | 2,616 | 1.4% | 65,244 |
| Eden Prairie 7.2 mi | 1,941 | -1.7% | 63,075 |
| Eagan 7.5 mi | 2,152 | -2.5% | 67,109 |
| Apple Valley 8.1 mi | 3,275 | -2.0% | 55,248 |
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Housing units | 39,261 |
| Detached single-family | 20,673 (53%) |
| Occupied homes | 37,601 |
| Owner-occupied | 24,722 (66%) |
| Renter-occupied | 12,879 (34%) |
| Median home value | $361,700 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates.
| Built | Units | Share | Margin of error |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 or later | 607 | 1.5% | ±266 |
| 2010 to 2019 | 2,217 | 5.6% | ±337 |
| 2000 to 2009 | 1,569 | 4.0% | ±346 |
| 1990 to 1999 | 2,495 | 6.4% | ±364 |
| 1980 to 1989 | 6,166 | 15.7% | ±584 |
| 1970 to 1979 | 8,055 | 20.5% | ±655 |
| 1960 to 1969 | 6,939 | 17.7% | ±528 |
| 1950 to 1959 | 8,737 | 22.3% | ±505 |
| 1940 to 1949 | 1,183 | 3.0% | ±238 |
| 1939 or earlier | 1,293 | 3.3% | ±244 |
ACS 2020–2024 estimates; margins of error are the Census Bureau's 90% intervals.
| ZIP (ZCTA) | Share of Bloomington's land | Share of the ZIP inside the city |
|---|---|---|
| 55438 | 24% | 100% |
| 55431 | 23% | 100% |
| 55437 | 19% | 100% |
| 55420 | 19% | 100% |
| 55425 | 13% | 100% |
pest control questions from Bloomington homeowners
My Bloomington home is new — do I need termite protection?
Check your closing documents for a builder termite pre-treatment and warranty first. 7% of Bloomington homes were built in 2010 or later[1].
I rent in Bloomington. Who pays for pest control?
Your lease decides. 34% of Bloomington households rent[1].
Which areas does this page cover?
ZIP 55438, 55431, 55437, 55420, and 55425[4], Hennepin County. Nearest suburbs with their own pages: Edina (4.8 mi), Burnsville (4.8 mi), and Eden Prairie (7.2 mi)[3].
A lot of Bloomington homes predate 1980 — what does that mean for termite pre-treatment work?
67% of Bloomington's housing units were built before 1980, 28.6% before 1960[1] — the 2nd-highest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover. Older houses tend to have more gaps at the foundation, eaves and utility penetrations — ask the inspector to show you the entry points, not just treat.
I rent in Bloomington. Who arranges the repair?
34% of occupied Bloomington homes are rented[1], the 2nd-highest share of the 15 Twin Cities–area suburbs we cover. Tell your landlord or property manager in writing first; your lease says who arranges repairs.
Sources
- Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year (keyless bulk)
- Census population estimates, Vintage 2025
- Census Gazetteer 2025
- Census 2020 ZCTA–place file
- NOAA Storm Events Database
Data pulled Sep 28, 2026. Full citations and method.