Caledonia, MN

Caledonia, Minnesota

Caledonia, Minnesota, in Houston county, is 17 miles SW of La Crosse, Wisconsin (center to center) and 120 miles SE of St. Paul, Minnesota. Part of the surrounding La Crosse metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Caledonia is home to some 2,965 residents.

The People and Families of Caledonia

In Caledonia, about 54% of adults are married. People in Caledonia have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

You'll see many senior citizens in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Caledonia had a median family income of $45,679.

Political Inclinations

The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in Caledonia.

Caledonia Housing

According to the 2000 census, 74% of the housing in Caledonia was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Caledonia, 79% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Caledonia it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Caledonia strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 12%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 15%

Comparative Profile of Caledonia, MN

Comparing Caledonia to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Caledonia Almanac

Caledonia Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Caledonia Public Libraries

More Information for Librarians

Caledonia Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Caledonia residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Caledonia, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Caledonia High Schools (2004)

CALEDONIA SR. HIGH
825 NORTH GJERE AVE.
507-725-3316
Serves 420 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.8

Caledonia Colleges

(List of All Minnesota Colleges)

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