Forest Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
20,678 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$89,879 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$375,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$785 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,267 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
1
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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

Washington County
4
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 9 30
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 33, MN State House District 33A, MN
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Schools

Forest Lake Area Middle School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Forest Lake Area High School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lakes International Language Acad
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Century College
14 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Bethel University
16 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Fairview Lakes Health Services
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
Ladd Memorial Hospital
14 miles, E • 4.1 star
Healtheast St John's Hospital
16 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Lakeview Memorial Hospital
16 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
57 miles, NW • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, SE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
96 miles, S • 1 star
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