Garrison, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
151 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
33.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$174,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$540 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$670 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.7% 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 9 9
Feb 1 8 15
Mar 1 9 27
Apr 2 3 42
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 56
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 a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 6, MN State House District 6A, MN
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Schools

Cuyuna Range Elementary
14 miles, N • 3.7 star
Crosby-Ironton Secondary
14 miles, N • 3.7 star
Rippleside Elementary
17 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
19 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Pine Technical & Community College
53 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Model College of Hair Design
54 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
14 miles, N • 4.1 star
Riverwood Healthcare Center
17 miles, NE • 5 star
Mille Lacs Health System
18 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
16 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
53 miles, SW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
86 miles, E • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
88 miles, NE • 1 star
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