Over 2 Million Minnesotans Complete COVID-19 Vaccine Series

MINNESOTA — More than 2 million Minnesotans, or over 45 percent of the state, have completed the COVID-19 vaccination process as of Wednesday. It took the state five weeks to reach the second million, three times as fast as it took to achieve the first million

"I am grateful for the 2 million Minnesotans who rolled up their sleeves and completed their vaccine series to protect themselves and their community against this deadly disease," Gov. Tim Walz said in a statement.

"Every Minnesotan who gets a shot in their arm brings us closer to closing this chapter and getting back to all the things in life we want to get back to. I encourage everyone who patiently waited their turn to get us to this milestone today to now take their turn, get their shot as soon as possible, and bring about the brighter days that are just around the corner."

Nearly 2.6 million Minnesotans have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. More than 4.4 million doses have been administered in the state.

Close to 60 percent of residents 16 and older have received at least one dose of the vaccine.

"Minnesotans have done an extraordinary job doing their part to end this pandemic," said Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan.

"I am grateful for everyone who has gotten us to this milestone today — from the providers distributing vaccines, to the Minnesotans rolling up their sleeves, to the organizers on the ground making sure no community is left behind, to the friends and neighbors helping their loved ones get these life-saving shots. This has been a true team effort and I know we can get to the finish line together."

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