Bird Island, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
964 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,190 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$114,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Renville County
2
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

Renville County
3
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 9 17

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 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 16, MN State House District 16A, MN
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Schools

Bold-Bird Island Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Mary's School
<1 miles, NW
Bold Alc
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Bold Senior High
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Ridgewater College
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
Martin Luther College
38 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Carris Health-Redwood, Llc
19 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Carris Health Llc
26 miles, N • 4.1 star
Hutchinson Health
26 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
68 miles, NE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
119 miles, NE • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
123 miles, W • 1.4 star
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