Ward Township, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
421 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$229,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$595 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$711 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Todd County
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

Todd County
2
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 9
Feb 1 7 14
Mar 1 8 27
Apr 2 2 43
May 2 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 2 0 58
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 1 8 29
Dec 1 8 14

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Schools

Browerville Elementary
5 miles, SW 2.8 star
Browerville Secondary
5 miles, SW 2.3 star

Colleges

Central Lakes College-Brainerd
33 miles, E 1.9 star
Saint Johns University
45 miles, S 4.1 star
College of Saint Benedict
48 miles, S 3.2 star

Hospitals

Lakewood Health System
14 miles, NE 4.1 star
Tri County Hospital
24 miles, N 4.1 star
St Gabriels Hospital
26 miles, SE 3.2 star

Airports

Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
38 miles, E 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
57 miles, S 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
94 miles, N 1 star
Hector International Airport
108 miles, NW 1.4 star