Belle Plaine, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
7,401 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,831 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$280,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,173 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Scott 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

Scott County
3
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 7 32
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Belle Plaine Senior High
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
Belle Plaine Junior High
<1 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Crown College
18 miles, NE · 1.4star
Gustavus Adolphus College
23 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Hospitals

Ridgeview Medical Center
16 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
66 miles, N · 1star
Rochester International Airport
80 miles, SE · 1star
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