Northfield, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
20,678 332.4M (US)
Median Age
28.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
51.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$305,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$705 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$926 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Rice County
3
Faribault-Northfield Urban 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

Rice County
3
Faribault-Northfield Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 14
Feb 1 7 18
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 2 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 4 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 38%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MN State Senate District 58, MN State House District 58A, MN
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Schools

Northfield Area Learning Center
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Northfield Senior High
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

St Olaf College
<1 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Carleton College
<1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Dakota County Technical College
20 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Northfield Hospital
2 miles, N • 4.1 star
District One Hospital
12 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Mayo Clinic Health System-New Prague
21 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
50 miles, S • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
87 miles, N • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
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