Henderson Township, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
875 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$332,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$796 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sibley County
1
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

Sibley County
1
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (62%) 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 7 13
Feb 1 6 18
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 2 46
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 5 32
Dec 1 8 17

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Altona Christian School
2 miles, NE · 1star
Hilltop Elementary
4 miles, E · 4.1star
Edvisions Off Campus School
4 miles, E · 3.2star

Colleges

Gustavus Adolphus College
12 miles, S · 3.2star
South Central College
23 miles, SW · 1.9star
Bethany Lutheran College
23 miles, SW · 1.9star
Minnesota State University-Mankato
24 miles, SW · 2.8star

Hospitals

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
72 miles, N · 1star
Rochester International Airport
84 miles, SE · 1star