Rockford, MN
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
4,521
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$82,228
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$265,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$822
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,068
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Wright County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington 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
Wright County
4
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 9 | 13 |
| Feb | 1 | 6 | 18 |
| Mar | 2 | 8 | 30 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 46 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 2 | 8 | 32 |
| Dec | 1 | 10 | 17 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.
Liberal (41%) (54%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 55%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 6, MN State Senate District 29, MN State House District 29A, MNSchools
Rockford Middle
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Rockford Elementary Arts Magnet Sch
1 miles, SE
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3.7
Rockford Secondary
1 miles, SE
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4.6
Delano Elementary
3 miles, SW
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4.6
Colleges
PCI Academy-Plymouth
12 miles, SE
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1.4
Minnesota School of Cosmetology-Plymouth Campus
14 miles, SE
Crown College
14 miles, S
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1.4
Hennepin Technical College
17 miles, E
•
1.9
Hospitals
Buffalo Hospital
9 miles, N
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5
Maple Grove Hospital
13 miles, E
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5
Centracare Health-Monticello
14 miles, N
Ridgeview Medical Center
17 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Minneapolis-St Paul International-Wold-Chamberlain Airport
29 miles, SE
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4.6
St. Cloud Regional Airport
35 miles, N
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1
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
93 miles, N
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1
Rochester International Airport
102 miles, S
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1