Grove City, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
858 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,922 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$133,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$556 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$648 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Meeker 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

Meeker County
2
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

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 9 12
Feb 1 7 18
Mar 2 8 30
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 47
Nov 2 8 31
Dec 1 9 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Acgc Elementary Grades 5 and 6
<1 miles, SW · 3.7star
Acgc Secondary
<1 miles, SW · 4.1star
Acgc Elementary
5 miles, W · 3.7star
Riverview Christian School
7 miles, N · 1star

Colleges

Ridgewater College
19 miles, W · 1.9star
Saint Johns University
33 miles, NE · 4.1star
College of Saint Benedict
34 miles, NE · 3.2star
Rasmussen College-Minnesota
36 miles, NE · 1.4star

Hospitals

Carris Health Llc
18 miles, W · 4.1star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
41 miles, E · 1star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
91 miles, NE · 1star
Rochester International Airport
138 miles, SE · 1star