Melrose, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
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 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,608 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,107 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$545 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$978 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stearns County
2
St. Cloud 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

Stearns County
5
St. Cloud Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 11
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 1 8 29
Apr 2 3 44
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 1 7 30
Dec 1 8 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 12, MN State House District 12B, MN
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Schools

West Central Area Learning Center
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Star Program
<1 miles, SW
Melrose Secondary
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Saint Johns University
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
College of Saint Benedict
25 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
31 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
38 miles, SE • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
60 miles, NE • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
127 miles, N • 1 star
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