Kettle River, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
133 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$129,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$500 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$458 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carlton County
3
Duluth 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

Carlton County
5
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 10
Feb 1 9 15
Mar 1 9 27
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 10 15

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (56%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 11, MN State House District 11A, MN
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Schools

Moose Lake Secondary
7 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Moose Lake Elementary
7 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Barnum Elementary
9 miles, E • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lake Superior College
40 miles, E • 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
41 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital
6 miles, SE
Community Memorial Hospital
26 miles, E • 4.1 star
Riverwood Healthcare Center
39 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
41 miles, E • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
60 miles, W • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
62 miles, NE • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
86 miles, SW • 1 star
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