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Independence, MN
B+
Population: 3,735
Home Price: $587,900
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Overview
Independence is a small town in the state of Minnesota with a population of 3,735. Independence has a four seasons climate. The presence of parks and green space will enable you to spend time in the outdoors
Quality of Life Summary
Area Size:
Small Town
Living Costs:
Very High Cost
Employment:
(A) Excellent
Cultural Diversity:
(D) Fair
Residents:
Families
School Rating:
NA
Safety Rating:
NA
Public Transport:
(D) Fair
Average Commute:
26.4 minutes
Walkability:
(B) Good
Climate:
Four Seasons
Shopping Mall:
Yes
Near Beach or Lake:
Yes
Near Mountains:
-
Near Parks & Green Space:
Yes
Social and Economic Statistics of Independence, MN
Job Market
Diversity
Housing
Education
Schools
Crime & Safety
Employment and Income
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Per Capita Income
$78,416
$32,954
$32,693
Median Household Income
$198,242
$65,641
$65,483
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
4.6%
5.7%
Poverty Rate
0.0%
7.7%
10.5%
Age
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Median Age
39.7
41.4
42.3
Gender
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Male
51.4%
50.4%
49.8%
Female
48.6%
49.6%
50.2%
Race
Independence
Minnesota
United States
White
94.7%
88.3%
80.3%
Black or African American
2.2%
1.6%
7.0%
American Indian and Alaska Native
0.0%
2.9%
2.7%
Asian
0.3%
1.3%
1.9%
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander
0.0%
0.1%
0.2%
Other Race
0.0%
1.7%
2.7%
Multiracial
2.8%
4.1%
5.2%
Housing Information
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Median Home Price
$587,900
$165,036
$208,542
Median Monthly Rent
$1,240
$702
$801
Family Households
79.3%
79.3%
48.6%
Nonfamily Households
12.9%
12.9%
26.2%
Homeowners
95.6%
77.9%
72.9%
Renters
4.4%
22.1%
27.1%
Education
Independence
Minnesota
United States
High School Graduate or Equivalent
2.9%
5.9%
7.5%
Some College, no Degree
14.2%
14.2%
34.0%
Associate's Degree
19.9%
23.0%
21.2%
Bachelor's Degree
5.7%
12.8%
9.3%
Graduate or Professional Degree
38.0%
15.5%
15.0%
Proficiency
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Mathematics
NA%
54.7%
46.8%
Reading/Language Arts
NA%
58.7%
50.7%
Annual Violent and Property Crimes per 100,000 People
Violent Crime
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Murder
NA
0.6
3.0
Rape
NA
32.5
38.0
Robbery
NA
14.5
40.7
Assault
NA
89.6
188.5
Property Crime
Independence
Minnesota
United States
Burglary
NA
208.7
336.1
Theft
NA
1438.3
1913.7
Vehicle Theft
NA
102.4
167.1
Arson
NA
4.6
10.5
Culture and Lifestyle in and Around Independence, MN
Food
Sports
Arts
Hobbies
Entertainment
Recreation
Shopping
beer
hot dog
ice cream
pet food
grilling
hot dogs
grilling whatever
grocery
wine
cheese
bbq
charcoal low
cookware
ambiance
sauerkraut
bread
hamburgers
countryside
tacos
spices
minnesota sports
more golf uaz
hockey
baseball
teams
updates scores
golf
youth hockey
football
athletics
college football
basketball
mwhs boys
business finance
outdoors
coaches
soccer
pro wrestling
nfl
alternate captain
home decor
inspired by
graphic design
childrens books
craftsmanship
icon
arts culture
photographs
architectural
studio
collectibles
collection
graphic novels
literature
poetry
creativity
painting
artists
nft
creative
sports cards
outdoors
books
guitars
tv shows
toys
dd
fishing
miami dolphins
pokmon
traveling hiking
vintage antiques
collectibles
gaming
fulltime
memes
sports
business finance
government politics
outdoor
pro wrestling
tv shows
design architecture
comedy
tv
commentary
educational
communications
arts culture
studio
gaming
promotions
ent
hospitality
indie
advertising
air conditioning
sports
winter
summer
rec
beach
backyard
space
lakes
mountain
indoor
fishing
pool
saltwater pool
tents
boating
patio
gardens
home decor
post office
retail
gas station
grocery store
dollar tree
pharmacy
bundling auto
holiday shopping
gift cards
wall decor
toys
auctions
cyber monday sales
grocery
cashier
vendors
shipping
mailboxes
ebay
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