Merrifield, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
131 332.4M (US)
Median Age
55.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
27.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,792 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$540 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$970 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crow Wing County
3
Brainerd Urban 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

Crow Wing County
5
Brainerd Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 9
Feb 1 7 13
Mar 1 8 27
Apr 2 3 42
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 56
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 1 7 29
Dec 1 8 13

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 6, MN State House District 6B, MN
See all legislative districts in this place

Schools

Nisswa Elementary
6 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Garfield Elementary
7 miles, S • 4.6 star
Lowell Elementary
7 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Browse all schools near Brainerd Urban Area

Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
9 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Saint Johns University
62 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Itasca Community College
62 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Browse all colleges near Brainerd Urban Area

Hospitals

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
11 miles, E • 4.1 star
Riverwood Healthcare Center
23 miles, E • 5 star
Browse all hospitals near Brainerd Urban Area

Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
5 miles, S • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
64 miles, S • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
80 miles, N • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
90 miles, NE • 1 star
Browse all airports near Brainerd Urban Area