Cherry Township, MN
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
2/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
783
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
25.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,821
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$217,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$554
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$725
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Louis County
3
Duluth 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
St. Louis County
6
Duluth Metro Area
6
Minnesota
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (60%) (35%) ConservativeClimate
Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 13 | 6 |
| Feb | 1 | 7 | 11 |
| Mar | 1 | 7 | 24 |
| Apr | 2 | 3 | 38 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 51 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Oct | 3 | 1 | 41 |
| Nov | 1 | 9 | 26 |
| Dec | 1 | 11 | 11 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Cherry Elementary
2 miles, SE
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Cherry Secondary
2 miles, SE
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Chisholm Elementary
8 miles, NW
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Chisholm Secondary
8 miles, NW
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Colleges
Hibbing Community College
8 miles, NW
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Mesabi Range College
11 miles, E
Mesabi Range College
12 miles, E
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Itasca Community College
37 miles, W
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Hospitals
University Medical Center-Mesabi/ Mesaba Clinics
9 miles, W
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Essentia Health Virginia
12 miles, E
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Essentia Health Northern Pines Medical Center
25 miles, E
Cook Hospital
31 miles, NE
Airports
Range Regional Airport
5 miles, W
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Duluth International Airport
47 miles, S
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Falls International Airport-Einarson Field
85 miles, N
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Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
96 miles, SW
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