Moose Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education 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
3,297 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,576 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$548 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$771 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carlton County
3
Duluth 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

Carlton County
5
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 10
Feb 1 8 14
Mar 1 9 26
Apr 2 4 41
May 3 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 9 29
Dec 1 10 14

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 11, MN State House District 11A, MN
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Schools

Moose Lake Secondary
1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Moose Lake Elementary
1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Barnum Elementary
5 miles, NE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

University of Wisconsin-Superior
37 miles, E • 1.9 star
Lake Superior College
37 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital
<1 miles, W
Community Memorial Hospital
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Marys Hospital Superior
36 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
38 miles, NE • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
65 miles, N • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
66 miles, W • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
88 miles, W • 1 star
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