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Grand Rapids Area Facts

  • Grand Rapids has a Livability Score of 77/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Grand Rapids crime rates are 55% lower than the Minnesota average
  • Cost of living in Grand Rapids is 2% lower than the Minnesota average
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Grand Rapids, MN is All-American Living at its BEST! User Rating 3.5 rating By Anonymous ( May 28, 2018) For anyone looking for the quintessential all-American living experience, Grand Rapids, Minnesota is the place you're looking for. I have been living in Grand Rapids for over a decade and it is without a doubt one of the best areas in the state if not in the entire country. The p ...Read More eople are what make the place, and the people of Grand Rapids are the best you will find anywhere. A community that comes together to welcome anyone, to help anyone, and to celebrate everyone. A community that takes pride in its neighborhoods and its city. We even have a low crime rate here in Grand Rapids. How's that for impressive? I honestly don't think I could be happier living anywhere else.


Grand Rapids also has some interesting attractions and fun things to do. The birthplace of Miss Judy Garland is here in Grand Rapids. We also have the Children's Discovery Museum, PaddleHoppers rafting and kayaking, the Forest History Center Museum, and a really great Grand Rapids Farmers Market. There are also a number of great local boutiques, shops, and restaurants to enjoy. Read Less
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      C Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Grand Rapids? Yes, there are some amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Lost Creek Park
      Grussendorf Park
      Veterans Memorial Park
      Oakland Park
      McGowan Park
      Maplewood Park
      Portage Park
      Gunn Park

      Entertainment

      Central School
      The Gilbert Mansion
      Thunder Alley XL
      Forest History Center
      Mann's Cinema 8
      Judy Garland Museum

      Food & Drink

      Burger King
      Subway
      Frontier Liquor
      Taco Bell
      Wine Creations
      Jerry's Warehouse Liquors
      Arby's
      Subway

      F Commute

      Is public transit available in Grand Rapids? Of all people who commute, 1.8% take public transportation in Grand Rapids.
      Drive to Work
      71%

      5% lower than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      5%

      2% higher than the US average

      B Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Grand Rapids? The cost of living in Grand Rapids is 97/100 - which is 2% lower than Minnesota.
      Grand Rapids
      97

      3% less expensive than average

      Minnesota
      99

      1% less expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A+ Crime

      What is the crime rate in Grand Rapids? Grand Rapids crime rates are 882, which are 55% lower than Minnesota
      Total Crime
      882 per 100k people

      61% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 114

      61% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -16%

      Year over year crime is down

      C- Employment

      What is the median income in Grand Rapids? The median income in Grand Rapids is $48,247 which is 24% lower than Minnesota.
      Median household income
      $48,24713% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $28,0156% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      40% lower than the US average

      C+ Health & Safety

      Is Grand Rapids a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are some hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Globe Drug
      Reed Drugs

      Doctors

      A+ Housing

      What are Grand Rapids home prices? Grand Rapids home prices are $153,200 - which is 20% lower than Minnesota
      Median home value
      $153,20017% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $72524% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      65%

      2% higher than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Grand Rapids have good schools? The Grand Rapids graduation rate is 90% - which is equal to Minnesota
      High school grad. rates
      90%

      8% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      48%

      equal to the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      16:1

      2% lower than the US average

      B User Ratings

      Is Grand Rapids a good place to live? Grand Rapids has an overall rating of 72% from 4 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      72%

      4 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      70%

      1 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      77%

      3 total surveys

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