Volunteer EMS Provider

Hopkins Fire Department

Hopkins, MN · Hennepin County

Hopkins Fire Department is a Volunteer department serving Hopkins, MN (Hennepin County), with 1 station and 42 total personnel. The department also provides EMS services. Full equipment, coverage, and staffing data from HIFLD are below.

42
Total personnel
1
Stations
-
Fire trucks
Yes
EMS service
+100%
above MN avg personnel
(21/dept)
89th
percentile by size
of 617 MN depts
42
personnel per station
staffing density
$1.9M
3 FEMA grants
AFG / SAFER

Department Profile

Type
MOSTLY VOLUNTEER
Location
Hopkins, MN
FDID
27112

FEMA Grant History

$1.9M
Total Funding
3
Awards
Year Award Amount
2024 EMW-2024-FF-00109 $1,459,383.08
2019 EMW-2019-FF-01803 $192,000
2014 EMW2013FO06849 $237,120

Source: USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER) USAspending.gov (CFDA 97.044 AFG / 97.083 SAFER)

Staffing vs the Minnesota average

How Hopkins Fire Department's personnel count compares to the typical department in Minnesota. It is larger than 89% of the 617 reporting departments statewide.

▲ 100% above the state average
Stations
1
State fire deaths/yr
48
MN departments
883

What This Data Tells You About Hopkins Fire Department

Hopkins Fire Department operates as a Volunteer department in Hopkins, within Hennepin County, and the HIFLD and USFA records give a precise structural picture of its response capacity. The department reports 42 total personnel, 1 station, no truck inventory reported. EMS capability is listed as active.

Benchmarking against the state gives this profile context. Minnesota has 883 registered fire departments and 18,231 total personnel, averaging roughly 21 staff per department. Hopkins Fire Department runs 100% above that state average, signalling a larger-than-typical crew likely tied to denser population or higher call volume. The state records about 28,000 fires, 48 fire deaths, and 68% volunteer coverage each year, which shapes training, funding priorities, and mutual-aid patterns felt at every department in the state.

Federal investment further defines this department's trajectory: Hopkins Fire Department has received 3 FEMA grants totaling $1,888,503.08 through the AFG and SAFER programs, money typically spent on PPE, SCBA, training, and hiring or retaining career staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many firefighters does Hopkins Fire Department have?

Hopkins Fire Department has 42 total personnel according to HIFLD data. This is 100% above the Minnesota average of 21 per department.

Does Hopkins Fire Department provide EMS services?

Yes, Hopkins Fire Department provides Emergency Medical Services (EMS) in addition to fire response.

How many fire stations does Hopkins Fire Department operate?

Hopkins Fire Department operates 1 fire station.

What type of fire department is Hopkins Fire Department?

Hopkins Fire Department is a Volunteer department serving Hennepin County, MN. Volunteer departments rely on community members who serve without full-time compensation.

Has Hopkins Fire Department received federal grants?

Yes, Hopkins Fire Department has received 3 FEMA grants totaling $1,888,503.08 through the AFG and SAFER programs. The most recent grant was in fiscal year 2024.

How many fire departments are in Minnesota?

Minnesota has 883 fire departments with 18,231 total personnel. 68% are volunteer departments.

Data from HIFLD Open Data (FEMA/DHS). Not all departments report equally.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from FEMA/DHS HIFLD Open Data. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.