Garfield, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
295 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$468 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
2
Alexandria 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

Douglas County
2
Alexandria Urban Area
2
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 10
Feb 1 8 15
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 4 44
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 2 1 46
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 8 15

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 9, MN State House District 9B, MN
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Schools

Garfield Elementary
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Brandon Elementary
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Brandon-Evansville High School
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Voyager Elementary
6 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

University of Minnesota-Morris
31 miles, SW • 2.3 star
North Dakota State College of Science
58 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Alomere Health
7 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
73 miles, E • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
74 miles, SE • 1 star
Hector International Airport
92 miles, N • 1.4 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
112 miles, NE • 1 star
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