Arlington, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,298 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,458 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$547 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$691 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sibley 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

Sibley County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 6 32
Dec 1 8 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 17, MN State House District 17B, MN
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Schools

Sibley East-Arlington Senior High
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Sibley East Middle School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Green Isle Community School
6 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Gustavus Adolphus College
20 miles, S • 3.2 star
Crown College
25 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Martin Luther College
29 miles, SW • 1.9 star
South Central College
30 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Glencoe Regional Health Services
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
65 miles, NE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
92 miles, SE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
124 miles, N • 1 star
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