Climax, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
184 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$111,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$460 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$563 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
2
Grand Forks 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

Polk County
3
Grand Forks Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 6
Feb 1 6 12
Mar 1 6 24
Apr 1 2 42
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 3 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 1 43
Nov 1 7 26
Dec 1 8 11

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 1, MN State House District 1B, MN
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Schools

Climax Elementary
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Climax Secondary
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Central Valley Elementary School
12 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Central Valley High School
12 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Minnesota-Crookston
16 miles, NE • 2.8 star
University of North Dakota
25 miles, N • 3.2 star
Mayville State University
25 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Riverview Hospital
14 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Sanford Hillsboro
18 miles, SW
Altru Hospital
24 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Hector International Airport
48 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
88 miles, SE • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
99 miles, W • 1 star
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