Wahkon, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
249 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,656 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
25.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$197,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$725 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Mille Lacs 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

Mille Lacs County
6
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 11
Feb 1 8 16
Mar 1 9 28
Apr 2 3 43
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 3 0 58
Oct 3 1 45
Nov 2 8 30
Dec 1 11 16

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%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 10, MN State House District 10A, MN
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Schools

Isle Secondary
3 miles, E • 2.8 star
Isle Area Learning Center
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Isle Elementary
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Mid-State North
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Pine Technical & Community College
34 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
37 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mille Lacs Health System
7 miles, W • 4.1 star
Firstlight Health System
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Riverwood Healthcare Center
30 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
35 miles, NW • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
47 miles, SW • 1 star
Duluth International Airport
80 miles, E • 1 star
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