Waterville, MN
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
8/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
1,778
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
17.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$67,721
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$216,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$565
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$713
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Le Sueur County
1
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
Le Sueur County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 14 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 18 |
| Mar | 2 | 8 | 30 |
| Apr | 2 | 2 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 2 | 5 | 33 |
| Dec | 1 | 10 | 17 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.
Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 68%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, MN State Senate District 22, MN State House District 22B, MNSchools
Waterville Elementary
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Waterville-Elysian-Morristown Sr
<1 miles, SE
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3.7
Waterville-Elysian-Morristown Jr
6 miles, E
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3.2
Morristown Elementary
6 miles, E
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4.1
Colleges
South Central College-Faribault
15 miles, E
Gustavus Adolphus College
21 miles, NW
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3.2
Bethany Lutheran College
21 miles, W
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1.9
Minnesota State University-Mankato
22 miles, W
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2.8
Hospitals
Mayo Clinic Health System-Waseca
10 miles, S
District One Hospital
16 miles, E
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3.2
Owatonna Hospital
18 miles, SE
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4.1
Mayo Clinic Health System-Mankato
21 miles, W
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4.1
Airports
Minneapolis-St Paul International-Wold-Chamberlain Airport
49 miles, NE
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4.6
Rochester International Airport
58 miles, SE
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1
St. Cloud Regional Airport
95 miles, N
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1
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
112 miles, E
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1