Cannon Falls, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
4,216 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,515 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$644 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$862 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Goodhue County
2
Red Wing Urban Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Goodhue County
4
Red Wing Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 5 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 4 33
Dec 1 9 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 8%

Schools

Cannon Falls Secondary
<1 miles, SW 4.1 star
Cannon Falls Elementary
<1 miles, S 4.1 star

Colleges

Carleton College
14 miles, W 3.7 star
St Olaf College
15 miles, W 3.2 star
Dakota County Technical College
18 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Northfield Hospital
15 miles, W 4.1 star
Regina Hospital
16 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Rochester International Airport
46 miles, S 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
73 miles, E 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
91 miles, N 1 star