Carver, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,935 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$144,408 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$427,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$582 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,167 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carver County
1
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

Carver County
2
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Minnesota
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (40%) (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 10 14
Feb 1 7 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 8 33
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Carver Elementary School
<1 miles, N · 3.2star
SW Metro ALC
3 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Colleges

Crown College
10 miles, N · 1.4star
Normandale Community College
16 miles, E · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Ridgeview Medical Center
10 miles, NW · 4.1star
Fairview Southdale Hospital
17 miles, E · 5star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
58 miles, N · 1star
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