New Independence Township, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
352 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,639 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$254,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,100 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Louis 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

St. Louis County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 16 12
Feb 1 11 16
Mar 1 11 27
Apr 2 4 39
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 55
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 10 30
Dec 1 15 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 7, MN State House District 7B, MN
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Schools

South Ridge Secondary
2 miles, W • 2.8 star
South Ridge Elementary
2 miles, W • 3.7 star
Pike Lake Elementary
13 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Lake Superior College
22 miles, SE • 1.9 star
The College of Saint Scholastica
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
23 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Community Memorial Hospital
17 miles, S • 4.1 star
Essentia Health Duluth
23 miles, SE • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
18 miles, SE • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
32 miles, N • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
87 miles, W • 1 star
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