Sunfish Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
594 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
76.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$250,001 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,109,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,569 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
91.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dakota County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
3
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Dakota County
4
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 8 20
Mar 2 9 32
Apr 3 3 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 2 8 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 10%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MN State Senate District 53, MN State House District 53A, MN
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Schools

Atheneum Elementary
1 miles, SE • 5 star
Salem Hills Elementary
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Academic Arts High School
1 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Inver Hills Community College
3 miles, S • 2.3 star
Saint Paul College
5 miles, N • 1.4 star
Metropolitan State University
6 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Allina United Hospital
5 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
Regions Hospital
6 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
66 miles, NW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
73 miles, S • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
78 miles, E • 1 star
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