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Montrose, MN


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Montrose, Minnesota

Montrose, Minnesota, in Wright county, is 22 miles W of Maple Grove, Minnesota (center to center) and 32 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Part of the surrounding Minneapolis - Saint Paul metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Montrose is home to some 1,143 residents.

The People and Families of Montrose

In Montrose, about 57% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

The people of the city are more likely male than female.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Montrose had a median family income of $52,833. It's worth saying that successful single folks are not uncommon in Montrose.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($4,000) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Montrose. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Montrose Housing

According to the 2000 census, 74% of the housing in Montrose was owner-occupied. On average, homes in the city have gone up relatively recently. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in Montrose, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In Montrose, 95% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)		Top 9%Montrose Well-Paid Single Men
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)		Top 19%Montrose Median Family Income

Comparative Profile of Montrose, MN

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population1010
Children Under 5 Years Old109
Well-Paid Single Men109
Well-Paid Single Women87
Racial Diversity57
Senior Citizens12
Female Share of the Population11
Age of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size67
Portion of People Married55

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income97
People Above Poverty86
People in Middle Class or Better75
College Educated Adults42

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use86
Walking and Biking to Work74
Working at Home63
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
People Living Alone87
Seasonal and Vacation Housing67
Affordability of Property Taxes45
Affordability of Rents44
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