Hector, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
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 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,111 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,762 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$499 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$717 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Renville County
2
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

Renville County
3
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 8 32
Dec 1 9 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 16, MN State House District 16A, MN
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Schools

Buffalo Lake-Hector Secondary
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Buffalo Lake-Hector Elementary
5 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Bold-Bird Island Elementary
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Mary's School
9 miles, NW
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Colleges

Martin Luther College
32 miles, S • 1.9 star
Ridgewater College
33 miles, N • 1.9 star
Gustavus Adolphus College
46 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Hutchinson Health
19 miles, E • 4.1 star
Carris Health-Redwood, Llc
24 miles, W • 4.1 star
Glencoe Regional Health Services
28 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
64 miles, NE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
118 miles, NE • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
124 miles, SE • 1 star
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