We are a bit of a freak show here in Minnesota, aren’t we?

The top two store types in Minnesota are “motorcycle gear” and vinyl records, based on typical interest in those sorts of stores in other states. Battery stores goes without saying in the frozen north. And since we’re housebound for 6-8 months a year, it makes sense that we get knocked up about 250% more often than the rest of the country. And, of course, we aren’t home to the nation’s “Bike City” for nothing. Bicyclists in Minnesota spend a boatload of money trying to stay warm and upright on two frozen wheels.

Minnesota

1. Motorcycle Gear -- 605 percent higher than national average.
2. Vinyl Records -- 351 percent higher than national average.
3. Battery Stores -- 327 percent higher than national average.
4. Maternity Wear -- 255 percent higher than national average.
5. Bikes -- 239 percent higher than national average.
6. Used, Vintage & Consignment -- 239 percent higher than national average.
7. Music & DVDs -- 235 percent higher than national average.
8. Newspapers & Magazines -- 227 percent higher than national average.
9. Thrift Stores -- 222 percent higher than national average.
10. Hardware Stores -- 213 percent higher than national average.