Esko, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,063 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$116,406 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$278,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,347 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carlton County
3
Duluth 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

Carlton County
5
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 15 11
Feb 1 10 16
Mar 1 11 27
Apr 2 4 40
May 2 0 51
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 2 11 30
Dec 1 14 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 11, MN State House District 11A, MN
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Schools

Winterquist Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Lincoln Secondary
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Cloquet Senior
3 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cloquet Middle
3 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lake Superior College
12 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
13 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Community Memorial Hospital
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Marys Hospital Superior
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Essentia Health Duluth
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
12 miles, NE • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
52 miles, N • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
86 miles, W • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
114 miles, W • 1 star
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