Lake Wilson, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
227 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$92,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Murray County
1
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

Murray County
2
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 4 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 1 7 32
Dec 1 8 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 21, MN State House District 21A, MN
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Schools

Murray Co Central Elementary
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Murray County Central Secondary
10 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Edgerton Elementary
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Southwest Minnesota State University
33 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Dakota State University
47 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sanford Tracy
24 miles, E
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
49 miles, W • 1.4 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
142 miles, NE • 1 star
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