Fort Ripley, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
63 332.4M (US)
Median Age
59.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$218,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,072 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crow Wing County
3
Brainerd Urban 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

Crow Wing County
5
Brainerd Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 10
Feb 1 8 14
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 3 43
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 1 8 29
Dec 1 9 14

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 10, MN State House District 10A, MN
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Schools

Knight Elementary
8 miles, W • 3.7 star
Forestview Middle
12 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Pillager Elementary
12 miles, N • 3.7 star
Pillager Middle School
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
14 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Saint Johns University
40 miles, SW • 4.1 star
College of Saint Benedict
42 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

St Gabriels Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lakewood Health System
22 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
20 miles, NE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
45 miles, S • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
97 miles, N • 1 star
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