Effie, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
80 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$127,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$719 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,081 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Itasca County
1
Grand Rapids Urban Area
1
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Itasca County
2
Grand Rapids Urban Area
2
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 13 6
Feb 1 8 11
Mar 1 8 25
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 55
Oct 3 1 42
Nov 2 10 27
Dec 1 12 12

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 3, MN State House District 3A, MN
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Schools

Bigfork Secondary
7 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Bigfork Elementary
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Northome Secondary
28 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Northome Elementary
28 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Itasca Community College
42 miles, S • 1.9 star
Hibbing Community College
44 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Rainy River Community College
53 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Mesabi Range College
55 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
43 miles, S • 4.1 star
Cook Hospital
44 miles, E
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Airports

Range Regional Airport
49 miles, SE • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
64 miles, W • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
97 miles, S • 1 star
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