Murray County, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
8,119 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,475 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$179,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$555 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$551 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Minnesota
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 7 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 4 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 1 7 32
Dec 1 8 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 21, MN State House District 21A, MN
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Schools

Murray Co Central Elementary
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Murray County Central Secondary
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
Fulda Secondary
12 miles, S • 2.8 star

Colleges

Southwest Minnesota State University
30 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Dakota State University
55 miles, NW • 2.8 star

Hospitals

Sanford Tracy
17 miles, NE

Airports

Joe Foss Field
57 miles, W • 1.4 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
135 miles, NE • 1 star