Destination Medical Center (DMC) is a robust 20-year $5.6 billion economic development initiative. The largest in Minnesota’s history, DMC is designed to position Minnesota as a global center for the highest quality medical care and to generate high-value jobs, new tax revenue, and businesses.
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Recognized as One of the Best Places in America
Mayo Clinic ranked as the
World's Best Hospital for Eight Straight Years
2026
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2026
by Newsweek
Rochester honored as
Minnesota's First LEED Gold City
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by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Mayo Clinic Top Ranked
in Most Specialties for 36 straight years
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by U.S. News & World Report
Minnesota recognized as
The Best State in America to Raise a Family
2020
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2020
by Wallethub
Rochester named
#1 City in Minnesota to Start a New Business
2023
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2023
according to Swyft Filings
Rochester recognized as
One of the most Recession-Resistant Cities in the Country
2020
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2020
as ranked by financial technology company SmartAsset



