Ellendale, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
626 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$150,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$567 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$656 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Steele County
2
Owatonna 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

Steele County
4
Owatonna Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 7 20
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 49
Nov 2 6 33
Dec 1 12 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 9%

Schools

Nrheg Elementary
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Nrheg Secondary
10 miles, NW 3.2 star
Blooming Prairie Secondary
12 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

Riverland Community College
20 miles, SE 1.9 star
Minnesota State University-Mankato
40 miles, NW 2.8 star
Bethany Lutheran College
40 miles, NW 1.9 star

Hospitals

Owatonna Hospital
17 miles, NE 4.1 star
District One Hospital
29 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Rochester International Airport
40 miles, E 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
102 miles, S 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
102 miles, E 1 star