Albany, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,800 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$226,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$526 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stearns County
2
St. Cloud Metro Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Stearns County
5
St. Cloud Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 1 7 31
Dec 1 9 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Schools

Albany Area Middle School
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Albany Area High School
<1 miles, NE 4.6 star
Albany Elementary
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star

Colleges

Saint Johns University
9 miles, SE 4.1 star
College of Saint Benedict
13 miles, SE 3.2 star
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
18 miles, SE 1.4 star

Hospitals

St Cloud Hospital
19 miles, SE 5 star
Centracare Health System-Sauk Centre
21 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
25 miles, SE 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
58 miles, NE 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
131 miles, N 1 star