Benton Township, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
741 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,594 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$384,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$688 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,175 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carver County
1
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro 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

Carver County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 13
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MN State Senate District 48, MN State House District 48A, MN
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Cologne Academy
3 miles, E • 4.6 star
Central Senior High
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Central Middle
4 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Browse all schools near Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area

Colleges

Crown College
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Browse all colleges near Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area

Hospitals

Ridgeview Medical Center
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Glencoe Regional Health Services
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Francis Regional Medical Center
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
Browse all hospitals near Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
56 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
88 miles, SE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
115 miles, N • 1 star
Browse all airports near Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area