Mayer, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,501 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$120,551 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$330,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$735 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$956 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.2% 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 deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) 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 8 19
Mar 2 9 31
Apr 3 3 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 9 33
Dec 1 10 18

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Mayer Lutheran High School
<1 miles, E · 5star
Waconia Learning Center SS/AS
5 miles, S · 3.2star
Waconia Learning Center
5 miles, S · 3.2star
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Colleges

Crown College
7 miles, SE · 1.4star
PCI Academy-Plymouth
21 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Ridgeview Medical Center
6 miles, SE · 4.1star
Glencoe Regional Health Services
15 miles, W · 4.1star
St Francis Regional Medical Center
21 miles, SE · 3.2star
Buffalo Hospital
21 miles, NE · 5star
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Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
46 miles, N · 1star
Rochester International Airport
97 miles, SE · 1star
Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
105 miles, N · 1star
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