Chisago City, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,629 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,964 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$366,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$825 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,091 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chisago County
2
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

Chisago County
3
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 9 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 46
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 10 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 8%

Schools

Chisago Lakes Baptist School
<1 miles, N 4.6 star
Lakeside El
2 miles, NE 4.1 star
Trio Wolf Creek Distance Learning
2 miles, NE 1.9 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Fairview Lakes Health Services
5 miles, W 4.1 star
Ladd Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SE 4.1 star
St Croix Regional Medical Ctr
14 miles, E 4.1 star
Lakeview Memorial Hospital
21 miles, S 5 star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
57 miles, NW 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, SE 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
94 miles, N 1 star