West St. Paul, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
21,076 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,738 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$281,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,151 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Dakota 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

Dakota County
4
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 15
Feb 1 8 20
Mar 2 10 32
Apr 3 3 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 8 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, MN State Senate District 53, MN State House District 53A, MN
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Schools

Bluesky Charter School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Moreland Art/Health Science Magnet
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Saint Paul College
3 miles, N • 1.4 star
Metropolitan State University
4 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Concordia University-Saint Paul
5 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Allina United Hospital
3 miles, N • 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Regions Hospital
4 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
65 miles, NW • 1 star
Rochester International Airport
74 miles, S • 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
78 miles, SE • 1 star
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