Buhl, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,013 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,179 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$438 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$840 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis County
3
Duluth 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

St. Louis County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 6
Feb 1 8 10
Mar 1 8 24
Apr 2 4 38
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 3 0 62
Sep 3 0 53
Oct 3 1 40
Nov 2 10 26
Dec 1 12 10

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 7, MN State House District 7B, MN
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Schools

Vaughan Elementary
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Chisholm Elementary
5 miles, W • 3.7 star
Chisholm Secondary
5 miles, W • 3.2 star
Cherry Elementary
7 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Hibbing Community College
8 miles, W • 1.9 star
Mesabi Range College
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
Itasca Community College
38 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Essentia Health Virginia
11 miles, E • 3.2 star
Cook Hospital
25 miles, NE
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Airports

Range Regional Airport
8 miles, SW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
53 miles, S • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
99 miles, SW • 1 star
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