Elgin, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
1,147 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$602 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$648 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wabasha County
1
Rochester Metro 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

Wabasha County
1
Rochester Metro Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 6 33
Apr 3 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 3 34
Dec 1 11 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 20, MN State House District 20B, MN
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Schools

Plainview-Elgin-Millville 4-6
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Plainview-Elgin-Millville Junior
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Plainview-Elgin-Millville Pk-3
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
Plainview-Elgin-Millville High
5 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

University of Minnesota-Rochester
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Olmsted Medical Center
12 miles, W • 5 star
Mayo Clinic Hospital Rochester
14 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
20 miles, SW • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
52 miles, SE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
64 miles, NE • 1 star
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