Blomkest, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
146 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$938 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kandiyohi County
3
Willmar 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

Kandiyohi County
3
Willmar Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 6 17
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 2 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 6 31
Dec 1 10 16

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Central Minnesota Christian School
8 miles, W • 4.6 star
Community Christian School
11 miles, N • 1.4 star
Roosevelt Elementary
11 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Ridgewater College
14 miles, N • 1.9 star
Martin Luther College
52 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Carris Health Llc
12 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
63 miles, E • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
110 miles, NE • 1 star
Joe Foss Field
127 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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