Steele County, 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 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
37,413 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,448 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$234,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$648 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$876 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Owatonna Urban Area
2
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

Owatonna Urban Area
4
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 5 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 11 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, MN State Senate District 23, MN State House District 23A, MN
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Schools

Lincoln Elementary
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Owatonna Senior High
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Riverland Community College
26 miles, S • 1.9 star
St Olaf College
31 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Carleton College
31 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Owatonna Hospital
7 miles, N • 4.1 star
District One Hospital
19 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Rochester International Airport
37 miles, SE • 1 star
La Crosse Regional Airport
98 miles, SE • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
104 miles, E • 1 star
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