Milaca, 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 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
3,033 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$184,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$531 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$799 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mille Lacs 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

Mille Lacs County
6
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 11
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 1 8 28
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 10 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 7%

Schools

Milaca Elementary
<1 miles, SW 3.7 star
Rum River North
<1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Milaca Area Learning Center
<1 miles, SW 2.8 star
Milaca Secondary High
<1 miles, SW 3.7 star

Colleges

Saint Cloud State University
28 miles, W 2.8 star
Model College of Hair Design
28 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

Firstlight Health System
19 miles, E 4.1 star
Mille Lacs Health System
22 miles, N 4.1 star
Cambridge Medical Center
24 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
24 miles, W 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
50 miles, N 1 star
Duluth International Airport
102 miles, NE 1 star