White Bear Lake, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
24,026 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,712 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$318,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$695 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,425 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ramsey County
5
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

Ramsey County
7
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 16
Feb 1 8 20
Mar 2 9 33
Apr 3 3 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 2 8 33
Dec 1 10 19

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 9%

Schools

Lakeaires Elementary
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Liberty Classical Academy
<1 miles, SW 5 star
Nem Ec Program
<1 miles, SE

Colleges

Century College
2 miles, S 1.9 star
Bethel University
7 miles, W 2.8 star
University of Northwestern-St Paul
8 miles, W 1.9 star

Hospitals

Healtheast St John's Hospital
3 miles, SW 3.2 star
Regions Hospital
9 miles, SW 4.1 star
St Joseph's Hospital
9 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
61 miles, NW 1 star
Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
76 miles, SE 1 star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, S 1 star