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Renville, MN


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Renville, Minnesota

Renville, Minnesota, in Renville county, is 73 miles SW of St. Cloud, Minnesota (center to center) and 96 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 1,323 residents.

The People and Families of Renville

In Renville, about 58% of adults are married. People in Renville 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, Renville had a median family income of $47,315. Home-based work is more common in Renville than in most places.

Political Inclinations

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

Renville Housing

According to the 2000 census, 75% of the housing in Renville was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Renville, 86% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Renville let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 5%trophyRenville Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Renville Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Renville, MN

Comparing Renville 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
Senior Citizens109
Female Share of the Population89
Well-Paid Single Men86
Children Under 5 Years Old88
Well-Paid Single Women86
Age of the Population87
Racial Diversity56
Male Share of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married77
Average Household Size56

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better86
Median Family Income85
People Above Poverty64
College Educated Adults53

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times109
Walking and Biking to Work109
Working at Home99
Public Transportation Use54

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone97
Affordability of Rents77
Affordability of Property Taxes56
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals53
Housing Recently Built33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23
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