Chanhassen, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
26,001 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
64.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$138,034 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$530,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$885 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,548 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carver County
1
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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

Carver County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 2 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 2 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MN State Senate District 48, MN State House District 48B, MN
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Schools

112 ALC Independent Study
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
The Anicca Program
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Bluff Creek Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Crown College
9 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Francis Regional Medical Center
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
Ridgeview Medical Center
11 miles, W • 4.1 star
Fairview Southdale Hospital
12 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
54 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, S • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
102 miles, E • 1 star
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