Shelly, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
195 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$413 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$433 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Norman County
1
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

Norman County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 7
Feb 1 6 12
Mar 1 7 26
Apr 1 3 42
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 67
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 1 8 27
Dec 1 8 12

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 1, MN State House District 1B, MN
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Schools

Norman County West Secondary
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Climax Elementary
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Climax Secondary
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Hillsboro Elementary School
12 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Mayville State University
24 miles, NW • 2.3 star
University of Minnesota-Crookston
26 miles, NE • 2.8 star
University of North Dakota
34 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Sanford Mayville
23 miles, NW
Riverview Hospital
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Hector International Airport
37 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
88 miles, E • 1 star
Jamestown Regional Airport
95 miles, W • 1 star
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