Floodwood, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
482 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,972 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$100,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$331 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$650 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis 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

St. Louis County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 14 9
Feb 1 9 15
Mar 1 9 26
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 10 29
Dec 1 13 14

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 7%

Schools

Floodwood Secondary
1 miles, N 3.2 star
Floodwood Elementary
1 miles, N 4.1 star
Cromwell-Wright Elementary
16 miles, S 4.1 star

Colleges

Hibbing Community College
35 miles, N 1.9 star
Itasca Community College
36 miles, NW 1.9 star
Lake Superior College
37 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Community Memorial Hospital
24 miles, SE 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital
33 miles, S
Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
37 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Range Regional Airport
33 miles, NE 1 star
Duluth International Airport
34 miles, SE 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
68 miles, W 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
104 miles, NW 1 star