Cass County, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
30,688 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,937 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$521 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$693 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Brainerd Urban Area
3
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

Brainerd Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 8
Feb 0 7 13
Mar 1 8 26
Apr 2 3 41
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 56
Oct 3 1 43
Nov 1 7 28
Dec 1 9 13

Hazards

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%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 6, MN State House District 6A, MN
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Schools

Walker-Hackensack-Akeley Sec
15 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Wha Elementary
15 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Leech Lake Tribal College
34 miles, N • 1 star
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
42 miles, S • 1.9 star
Oak Hills Christian College
42 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Technical College
42 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Josephs Area Health Services
34 miles, W • 4.1 star
Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
37 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
39 miles, S • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
48 miles, N • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
76 miles, E • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
98 miles, S • 1 star
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