Backus, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
287 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$479 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
2
Brainerd Urban Area
3
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
4
Brainerd Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 8
Feb 1 7 14
Mar 1 8 26
Apr 2 3 42
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 1 8 28
Dec 1 9 13

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 5, MN State House District 5A, MN
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Schools

Pine River-Backus High School
8 miles, S • 3.7 star
Pine River-Backus Elementary
8 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
36 miles, S • 1.9 star
Leech Lake Tribal College
40 miles, N • 1 star
Oak Hills Christian College
46 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Technical College
46 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Josephs Area Health Services
27 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lakewood Health System
34 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
34 miles, S • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
52 miles, N • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
91 miles, S • 1 star
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