Pipestone, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
4,165 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$102,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$517 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$561 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pipestone 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

Pipestone County
2
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 6 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 7 31
Apr 3 4 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 1 7 32
Dec 1 7 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 21, MN State House District 21A, MN
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Schools

Brown Elementary
<1 miles, S
Hill Elementary
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Pipestone Senior High
1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

South Dakota State University
32 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Stewart School
37 miles, SW
Southeast Technical Institute
38 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Joe Foss Field
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Aberdeen Regional Airport
144 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
154 miles, E • 1 star
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