Tamarack, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
42 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$158,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$767 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Aitkin 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

Aitkin County
5
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 12 10
Feb 1 9 15
Mar 1 10 27
Apr 2 4 40
May 3 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 3 1 44
Nov 2 9 30
Dec 1 12 15

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Schools

McGregor Secondary
9 miles, W 2.3 star
McGregor Elementary
9 miles, W 2.8 star
Minisinaakwaang Leadership Academy
11 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

Itasca Community College
44 miles, N 1.9 star
Lake Superior College
47 miles, E 1.9 star
University of Wisconsin-Superior
49 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Mercy Hospital
22 miles, SE
Riverwood Healthcare Center
28 miles, W 5 star
Community Memorial Hospital
32 miles, E 4.1 star

Airports

Duluth International Airport
46 miles, E 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
51 miles, W 1 star
Range Regional Airport
52 miles, NE 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
89 miles, SW 1 star