Wendell, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
177 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$68,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$71,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$483 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$541 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Grant 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

Grant County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 10
Feb 1 7 15
Mar 1 8 27
Apr 2 3 43
May 2 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 2 0 68
Sep 2 0 59
Oct 2 1 45
Nov 1 7 28
Dec 1 9 14

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 7, MN State Senate District 9, MN State House District 9A, MN
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Schools

West Central Area N El
7 miles, SE • 4.6 star
Destiny Academy
12 miles, SE • 1 star
West Central Area Secondary
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
WCA Middle School
13 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

North Dakota State College of Science
29 miles, NW • 2.8 star
University of Minnesota-Morris
32 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Lake Region Healthcare Corporation
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Hector International Airport
70 miles, N • 1.4 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
97 miles, E • 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
104 miles, SE • 1 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
116 miles, NE • 1 star
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