Monticello, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
14,607 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,563 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$298,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,345 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Wright County
2
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

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (54%) 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 9 13
Feb 1 8 18
Mar 2 9 29
Apr 3 3 44
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 67
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 47
Nov 2 9 32
Dec 1 9 17

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Monticello Alternative Program
<1 miles, E · 3.2star
Prairie House School
<1 miles, E · 3.2star

Colleges

Anoka Technical College
19 miles, SE · 2.3star
PCI Academy-Plymouth
23 miles, S · 1.4star
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
23 miles, SE · 1.9star
Hennepin Technical College
24 miles, SE · 1.9star

Hospitals

Buffalo Hospital
8 miles, SW · 5star
Maple Grove Hospital
19 miles, SE · 5star

Airports

St. Cloud Regional Airport
21 miles, N · 1star
Rochester International Airport
115 miles, S · 1star