White Earth, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
543 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$18,929 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
33.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$185 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
16.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Becker County
2
Detroit Lakes Urban Area
2
Minnesota
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Becker County
3
Detroit Lakes Urban Area
3
Minnesota
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 11 8
Feb 1 6 13
Mar 1 8 26
Apr 2 2 42
May 2 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 2 0 67
Sep 2 0 57
Oct 2 1 44
Nov 1 8 27
Dec 1 10 13

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 8, MN State Senate District 2, MN State House District 2B, MN
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Schools

Ogema Elementary
3 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Waubun Secondary
7 miles, N • 1.9 star
Waubun Area Learning Program
7 miles, N • 3.2 star
Waubun Alc
7 miles, N
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Colleges

Minnesota State University Moorhead
46 miles, W • 2.3 star
Concordia College at Moorhead
46 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Hector International Airport
47 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bemidji Regional Airport
52 miles, E • 1 star
Grand Forks International Airport
85 miles, NW • 1 star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
95 miles, SE • 1 star
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