Pequot Lakes, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
2,236 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,974 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$735 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Crow Wing County
3
Brainerd 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

Crow Wing County
5
Brainerd Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 9
Feb 1 7 14
Mar 1 8 26
Apr 2 3 42
May 3 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 3 0 66
Sep 3 0 56
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 1 7 28
Dec 1 8 14

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Schools

Eagle View Elementary
1 miles, E 4.6 star
Pequot Lakes Senior High
2 miles, NW 4.1 star
Pequot Lakes Middle
2 miles, NW 4.1 star

Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
17 miles, S 1.9 star
Leech Lake Tribal College
58 miles, N 1 star
Itasca Community College
59 miles, NE 1.9 star
Oak Hills Christian College
65 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center
18 miles, SE 4.1 star
Lakewood Health System
27 miles, W 4.1 star

Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
15 miles, S 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
71 miles, N 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
73 miles, S 1 star
Range Regional Airport
88 miles, E 1 star