Solway, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
116 332.4M (US)
Median Age
25.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
87.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$520 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$858 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
90.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Beltrami County
4
Bemidji Urban Area
4
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Beltrami County
7
Bemidji Urban Area
7
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 6
Feb 1 6 12
Mar 1 6 25
Apr 2 3 40
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 3 0 65
Sep 3 0 55
Oct 3 1 43
Nov 1 8 27
Dec 1 9 12

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 2, MN State House District 2A, MN
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Schools

Solway Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bemidji State University
12 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Oak Hills Christian College
12 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Northwest Technical College
14 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Leech Lake Tribal College
24 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Sanford Bemidji Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Bemidji Regional Airport
9 miles, SE • 1 star
Hector International Airport
89 miles, W • 1.4 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
90 miles, S • 1 star
Grand Forks International Airport
99 miles, NW • 1 star
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