Alpha, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
109 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$140,273 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
32.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$558 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
1
Minnesota
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 6 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 21, MN State House District 21B, MN
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Schools

Riverside Elementary
6 miles, W • 4.1 star
Jackson County Central Senior High
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
Martin County West Junior High
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
Martin County West Senior High
7 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Iowa Lakes Community College
16 miles, S • 1.9 star
Martin Luther College
50 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Avera Holy Family Hospital
16 miles, S • 4.1 star
Lakes Regional Healthcare
20 miles, SW • 5 star
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
94 miles, W • 1.4 star
Rochester International Airport
120 miles, E • 1 star
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