Mendota, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
183 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$108,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$335,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$742 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dakota 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

Dakota County
4
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 10 32
Apr 3 3 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 8 34
Dec 1 11 19

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MN State Senate District 52, MN State House District 52B, MN
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Schools

Mendota Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Highland Park Senior High
2 miles, N • 3.2 star
Highland Park Middle School
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Colleges

St Catherine University
3 miles, N • 2.8 star
Macalester College
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
University of St Thomas
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Allina United Hospital
5 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Regions Hospital
6 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
63 miles, N • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
75 miles, S • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
82 miles, SE • 1 star
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