Rock Creek, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
1,711 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$99,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$294,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$654 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$620 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
85.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pine County
3
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

Pine County
5
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 11
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 2 8 28
Apr 3 3 43
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 11 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 11, MN State House District 11B, MN
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Schools

Pine City Secondary
4 miles, N • 3.7 star
Pine City Area Learning Center
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
Vision
5 miles, N • 3.2 star
Vision
5 miles, N
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Colleges

Pine Technical & Community College
5 miles, N • 1.4 star
Anoka Technical College
45 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Firstlight Health System
20 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Cambridge Medical Center
21 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
58 miles, W • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
74 miles, NW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
82 miles, NE • 1 star
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