Russell, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
323 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$458 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$550 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lyon County
2
Marshall Urban Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lyon County
3
Marshall Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 3 0 72
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 1 47
Nov 1 7 32
Dec 1 9 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 15, MN State House District 15A, MN
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Schools

Rtr Middle School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Lynd Elementary
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Lynd Middle School
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Rtr Alc
10 miles, W
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Colleges

Southwest Minnesota State University
13 miles, NE • 2.3 star
South Dakota State University
41 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Avera Marshall Regional Medical Ctr
12 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Sanford Tracy
18 miles, SE
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Airports

Joe Foss Field
65 miles, SW • 1.4 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
125 miles, E • 1 star
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