Janesville, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,449 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,120 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$194,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$570 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$708 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Waseca 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

Waseca County
3
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 14
Feb 1 7 18
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 6 33
Dec 1 11 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 42% 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%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 19, MN State House District 19A, MN
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Schools

Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton Elem
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton Sec
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
St Clair Secondary
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Bethany Lutheran College
14 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Minnesota State University-Mankato
14 miles, NW • 2.8 star
South Central College
17 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Gustavus Adolphus College
19 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato
14 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Owatonna Hospital
24 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
62 miles, SE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
100 miles, N • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
121 miles, E • 1 star
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