Isle, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
747 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,056 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$603 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$608 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mille Lacs County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro 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

Mille Lacs County
6
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 10
Feb 1 8 15
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 4 42
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 3 0 57
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 10 15

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 10, MN State House District 10A, MN
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Schools

Isle Secondary
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Isle Area Learning Center
<1 miles, W • 3.2 star
Isle Elementary
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Mid-State North
11 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Pine Technical & Community College
32 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
39 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mille Lacs Health System
11 miles, W • 4.1 star
Firstlight Health System
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Riverwood Healthcare Center
29 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
37 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
50 miles, SW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
77 miles, E • 1 star
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