Myrtle, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
40 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$56,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$725 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$375 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Freeborn County
1
Albert Lea Urban Area
1
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Freeborn County
3
Albert Lea Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 13
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 6 31
Apr 4 3 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 5 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 23, MN State House District 23B, MN
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Schools

Glenville-Emmons Secondary
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Glenville Emmons Elementary
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Northwood-Kensett Jr-Sr High School
8 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Riverland Community College
11 miles, E • 1.9 star
North Iowa Area Community College
28 miles, S • 1.9 star
Purdue University Global-Mason City
29 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mitchell County Regional Health
26 miles, S • 4.1 star
Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center
29 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Owatonna Hospital
38 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
41 miles, E • 1 star
Waterloo Regional Airport
80 miles, S • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
98 miles, E • 1 star
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