Dakota, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
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
276 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,969 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$223,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$450 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$542 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Winona County
2
Winona 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

Winona County
4
Winona Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 35
Dec 1 10 21

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 26, MN State House District 26A, MN
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Schools

Holmen High
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Sand Lake Elementary
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Summit Environmental School
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Western Technical College
9 miles, S • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
Viterbo University
10 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
Winona Health Services
15 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

La Crosse Regional Airport
6 miles, SE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
57 miles, NW • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
66 miles, N • 1 star
Central Wisconsin Airport
103 miles, E • 1 star
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