Blue Earth, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
3,170 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,118 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
12 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$543 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Faribault County
2
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

Faribault County
2
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (55%) 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 8 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 7 31
Apr 3 3 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 5 33
Dec 1 11 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Blue Earth Area Elementary
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Blue Earth Area Middle
<1 miles, S · 2.8star
Blue Earth Area Secondary
<1 miles, NE · 3.7star
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Colleges

Waldorf University
35 miles, S · 1.9star
Minnesota State University-Mankato
35 miles, NE · 2.8star
Bethany Lutheran College
37 miles, NE · 1.9star
South Central College
37 miles, NE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

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Airports

Waterloo Regional Airport
114 miles, SE · 1star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
132 miles, NE · 1star
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