Rush City, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,262 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,543 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$199,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$847 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chisago 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

Chisago County
3
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 8 31
Dec 1 11 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% 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%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Ce Jacobson Elementary
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Rush City Secondary
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Pine City Secondary
8 miles, N • 3.7 star
Pine City Area Learning Center
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Pine Technical & Community College
9 miles, N • 1.4 star
Anoka Technical College
39 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Cambridge Medical Center
15 miles, W • 4.1 star
Firstlight Health System
20 miles, NW • 4.1 star
St Croix Regional Medical Ctr
25 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
54 miles, W • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
75 miles, NW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
88 miles, NE • 1 star
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