Okabena, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
200 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$98,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$99,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$393 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$767 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
1
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

Jackson County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 15
Feb 1 6 20
Mar 2 8 32
Apr 3 4 46
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 1 48
Nov 2 7 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 21, MN State House District 21B, MN
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Schools

Heron Lake-Okabena Secondary
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Heron Lake-Okabena Elementary
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Round Lake-Brewster Middle School
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Iowa Lakes Community College
34 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Northwest Iowa Community College
48 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Sanford Medical Center Worthington
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

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