Snow plowing in Minneapolis, MN: instant price estimate
Minneapolis–St. Paul averages about 51 inches of snow a year over roughly 38 snow days, and the City's three-day Snow Emergency parking rules shape when the street (and the end of your driveway) gets plowed.
Your instant snow plowing price in Minneapolis ESTIMATE
About 13 pushes in a 51.2-inch season ≈ $1,040–$1,755 for the winter. Seasonal contracts here run $420–$630.
Basis: Angi's published Minneapolis ranges
Estimate from published price ranges, not a quote or a guarantee. We don't plow; the local provider confirms the final price before any work. Pushes = snowfall ÷ inches per push (our assumption; edit it). Method
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What driveway plowing costs in Minneapolis ESTIMATE
Angi's published Minneapolis snow removal figures: average $233 (typical range $58–$431), per visit $45–$105, seasonal $315–$735.
| Driveway | Per push | Seasonal contract |
|---|---|---|
| 1-car (single) | $45–$80 | $315–$420 |
| 2-car (standard) | $80–$135 | $420–$630 |
| 3- to 4-car / large | $135–$265 | $630–$1,050 |
Source: Angi's published Minneapolis ranges; ranges as published, fetched 2026-11-03.
Per push or seasonal in Minneapolis?
Rough math, labeled as an estimate: in a normal 51.2-inch winter at one push per 4 inches, a 2-car driveway needs about 13 pushes, or $1,040–$1,755 per push in total, versus $420–$630 seasonal. Last winter's 48.5 inches would have meant about 12 pushes. Read the contract: some seasonal plans cap visits (HomeGuide), others are unlimited (Angi). Seasonal contract guide.
Minneapolis snowfall: last winter vs. this winter
| Minneapolis | |
|---|---|
| Last winter (2025–26), actual | 48.5 in., 2.7 in. below the 1991–2020 normal of 51.2 in. (95% of normal). Station: Minneapolis-St Paul Area (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData, WFO MPX), Jul 1–Jun 30 season. |
| This winter (2026–27), FORECAST | Dec–Feb temperature: Leans above normal (warmer): 50–60% chance. Dec–Feb precipitation: Equal chances (no tilt toward above, near or below normal). NOAA Climate Prediction Center seasonal outlook issued 2026-10-15 (outlook maps, GIS data). These are probabilities, not snowfall totals; CPC makes no inch forecast. Warmer-leaning winters can still bring big storms. CPC updates the outlook monthly (normally the third Thursday). |
| Normal year | 51.2 in. over about 38.2 snow days (≥0.1 in.); snowiest month on the normals: December. NOAA 1991–2020 normals via CurrentResults |
Month by month, 2025–26 vs. normal (inches)
| Month | Actual | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | T | 0.0 |
| Oct 2025 | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Nov 2025 | 7.8 | 6.8 |
| Dec 2025 | 16.0 | 11.4 |
| Jan 2026 | 4.1 | 11.0 |
| Feb 2026 | 9.3 | 9.5 |
| Mar 2026 | 11.3 | 8.2 |
| Apr 2026 | T | 3.5 |
Source: NOAA Regional Climate Centers ACIS (the data behind NWS NOWData). T = trace.
Minneapolis snow rules homeowners should know
- Sidewalk deadline: Single-family homes and duplexes must clear the public sidewalk within 24 hours after it stops snowing; all other properties within 4 daytime hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). If you don't, the City may clear it and bill you, and unpaid bills go on property taxes. Source: City of Minneapolis, Sidewalk snow clearing rules (Ord. 445.20)
- Where to put snow: Shovel snow into your yard or boulevard. It's against the law to shovel snow into streets or alleys. Source: City of Minneapolis
- Snow Emergency parking: Rules run three days: Day 1 (9 p.m.–8 a.m.) no parking on either side of Snow Emergency routes; Day 2 (8 a.m.–8 p.m.) no parking on the even side of non-routes or either side of parkways; Day 3 (8 a.m.–8 p.m.) no parking on the odd side of non-routes. The City's March 2026 notice put a standard tow at $222. Source: City of Minneapolis, Snow Emergency notice, Mar 2026
Rules summarized from official pages on 2026-11-03; check the linked source before relying on a deadline.
Minneapolis snow plowing FAQ
How much does snow plowing cost in Minneapolis?
Using Angi's published Minneapolis ranges, a standard 2-car driveway runs about $80–$135 per push or $420–$630 for a seasonal contract. These are estimates from published ranges, not quotes.
How much snow did Minneapolis get last winter?
48.5 inches in 2025–26, versus a 1991–2020 normal of 51.2 inches (NOAA ACIS / NWS NOWData).
When do I have to clear my sidewalk in Minneapolis?
Single-family homes and duplexes must clear the public sidewalk within 24 hours after it stops snowing; all other properties within 4 daytime hours (8 a.m.–5 p.m.). If you don't, the City may clear it and bill you, and unpaid bills go on property taxes.
Does DrivewayBlankets.com plow driveways?
No. We're a free request service. We pass your request to a snow removal provider or network serving your ZIP, and they confirm price and timing.
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See also the snow plowing cost guide and the full calculator.