Grand Forks Metro Area, ND-MN
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
1/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
103,669
332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$68,653
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$232,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$848
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Minnesota
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Minnesota
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 9 | 6 |
| Feb | 0 | 6 | 11 |
| Mar | 1 | 6 | 24 |
| Apr | 1 | 2 | 41 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 56 |
| Oct | 2 | 1 | 43 |
| Nov | 1 | 7 | 26 |
| Dec | 1 | 8 | 11 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.
Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 56%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 1, MN State House District 1B, MNSchools
Fisher Secondary
3 miles, S
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2.3
Fisher Elementary
3 miles, S
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2.3
Central Middle
8 miles, NW
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3.2
South Point Elementary
8 miles, NW
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2.3
Colleges
Josef's School of Hair Skin & Body-Grand Forks
10 miles, NW
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1.4
University of Minnesota-Crookston
11 miles, SE
•
2.8
University of North Dakota
12 miles, NW
•
3.2
Hospitals
Red River Behavioral Health System
10 miles, NW
Riverview Hospital
11 miles, SE
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4.1
Altru Hospital
12 miles, NW
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2.3
North Valley Health Center
25 miles, NE
Airports
Grand Forks International Airport
17 miles, NW
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1
Hector International Airport
63 miles, S
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1.4
Bemidji Regional Airport
92 miles, SE
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1
Devils Lake Regional Airport
98 miles, NW
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1