Rice Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
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
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
4,120 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,347 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$283,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$601 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,128 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.3% 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 11
Feb 1 10 16
Mar 1 10 26
Apr 2 4 39
May 3 0 50
Jun 4 0 59
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 56
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 59% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (60%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 3, MN State House District 3B, MN
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Schools

Homecroft Elementary
4 miles, S • 4.6 star
North Star Academy
6 miles, SW • 3.7 star
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Colleges

The College of Saint Scholastica
6 miles, S • 3.2 star
University of Minnesota-Duluth
7 miles, S • 3.2 star
Lake Superior College
9 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Lukes Hospital
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
Essentia Health Duluth
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Marys Hospital Superior
15 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Duluth International Airport
6 miles, SW • 1 star
Range Regional Airport
47 miles, N • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
101 miles, W • 1 star
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