Houston, MN
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
883
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$50,667
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$152,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$585
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$675
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Houston County
1
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro 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
Houston County
1
La Crosse-Onalaska Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 11 | 15 |
| Feb | 1 | 9 | 20 |
| Mar | 2 | 7 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 2 | 3 | 34 |
| Dec | 1 | 12 | 20 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 26, MN State House District 26B, MNSchools
Minnesota Virtual Academy
<1 miles, NE
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2.8
Houston Secondary
<1 miles, NE
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4.1
Summit Learning Program
<1 miles, NE
•
4.6
Houston Elementary
<1 miles, E
•
4.6
Colleges
Viterbo University
17 miles, E
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2.8
Western Technical College
17 miles, E
•
1.9
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
18 miles, E
•
3.2
Minnesota State College Southeast
19 miles, N
•
1.9
Hospitals
Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center
16 miles, E
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4.1
Mayo Clinic Health System-Franciscan Medical Center Inc
17 miles, E
•
5
Winona Health Services
19 miles, N
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4.1
Winneshiek Medical Center
33 miles, SW
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4.1
Airports
La Crosse Regional Airport
18 miles, E
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1
Rochester International Airport
47 miles, NW
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1
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
77 miles, NE
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1
Waterloo Regional Airport
93 miles, SW
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1