Sauk Rapids, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
13,851 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,004 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$240,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$591 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$859 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
2
St. Cloud Metro 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

Benton County
3
St. Cloud Metro Area
4
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 12
Feb 1 8 17
Mar 2 8 29
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 3 1 46
Nov 2 7 30
Dec 1 9 16

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 7%

Schools

Sauk Rapids-Rice Middle School
<1 miles, SW 2.8 star
Mississippi Heights Elementary
<1 miles, S 3.7 star
Sauk Rapids Ecfe
<1 miles, W

Colleges

Model College of Hair Design
3 miles, SW 1.4 star
Saint Cloud State University
3 miles, S 2.8 star
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
4 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

St Cloud Hospital
2 miles, SW 5 star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
6 miles, SE 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
56 miles, NE 1 star
Duluth International Airport
127 miles, E 1 star