Livability Score

77
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities C

There are some amenities close to this location.
Coffee (1) F
Dottie's Hometown Cafe
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (7) B
Central School
Museum
The Gilbert Mansion
Museum
Unknown Name
Theatre Arts
Thunder Alley XL
Bowling Alley
Forest History Center
Museum
Mann's Cinema 8
Cinema
Judy Garland Museum
Museum
Food and Drink (14) F
Burger King
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Frontier Liquor
Alcohol
Taco Bell
Fast Food
Wine Creations
Alcohol
Jerry's Warehouse Liquors
Alcohol
Arby's
Fast Food
Subway
Fast Food
Taco John's
Fast Food
Bottles & Brews
Alcohol
Culver's
Fast Food
Hardee's
Fast Food
McDonald's
Fast Food
KFC
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Fitness (0) F
Groceries (6) C-
Ogle's Foods
Grocery Store
Janicke Bakery
Bakery
Grand Organic Market
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Super One Foods
Grocery Store
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Parks (39) A+
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Playground
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Lost Creek Park
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Playground
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Grussendorf Park
Park
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Playground
Shops (21) A-
Central Square Mall
Mall
Brier Clothing
Clothing
Bender Shoe
Shoes
Hopperton's Mocassin & Gifts
Gift Shop
Elements Salon
Hairdresser
Computer Enterprises
Electronics
Lake and Company
Clothing
Panache Salon
Hairdresser
Cole Hardware Hank
Home Improvement
Furniture Outlet
Furniture
Rivertown Furniture
Furniture
218 Style
Clothing
Johnson's Barber Shop
Hairdresser
Itasca Sight & Sound
Electronics
Ace Hardware
Home Improvement
Slumberland Furniture
Furniture
KMart
Department Store
Red Willow
Houseware
Target
Department Store
The Home Depot
Home Improvement
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
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commute F

Of all people who commute, 1.8% take public transportation in Grand Rapids.
Public Transit Stops (0)
Stops & Stations F
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.8% F
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cost of living B

The cost of living in Grand Rapids is 97/100 - which is 2% lower than Minnesota.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. C
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime A+

Grand Rapids crime rates are 1,045 per 100k, which is 54% lower than Minnesota
Property Crime
896 crimes per 100k A
Violent Crime
149 crimes per 100k A+
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employment C-

The median income in Grand Rapids is $48,247 - which is 24% lower than Minnesota.
Med. Household Income
$48,247 F
Unemployment Rate
2.8% B+
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health A+

There are some hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (9)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Reed Drugs
Pharmacy
Grand Rapids Police Department
Police
Grand Rapids Fire Department
Fire Station
Globe Drug
Pharmacy
Itasca County Sherrif's Office
Police
Unknown Name
Clinic
Grand Itasca Professional Building
Clinic
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital
Hospital
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A+
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housing A+

Grand Rapids home prices are $153,200 - which is 20% lower than Minnesota
Home Price
$153,200 C-
Home Appreciation Rate
5% B
Home Affordability
3.2x (home price to income ratio) B+
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schools B-

The Grand Rapids graduation rate is 90% - which is equal to Minnesota
School Test Scores
48% F
High School Grad. Rates
90% B+
Elementary Schools (11) B-
St Joseph Elementary School
Forest Lake Elementary
Murphy Elementary
Southwest Elementary
Robert J. Elkington Middle School
Middle Area Learning Center
East Rapids Elementary
Northland Educational Center
Itaskin Education Center
West Rapids Elementary
High Schools (3) F
Grand Rapids Senior High
Grand Rapids Area Learning Center
Itaskin Education Center
Infinity: Minnesota Digital Academy
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ratings B

Grand Rapids has an overall rating of 72% from 4 reviews.
User Reviews (1)
From AreaVibes B-
User Surveys (3)
From AreaVibes A-
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  • Grand Rapids has a Livability Score of 77/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Grand Rapids crime rates are 54% 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! 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

      Unknown Name
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      Lost Creek Park
      Unknown Name
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      Entertainment

      Central School
      The Gilbert Mansion
      Unknown Name
      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 1,045, which are 54% lower than Minnesota
      Total Crime
      1,045 per 100k people

      55% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 96

      55% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      35%

      Year over year crime is up

      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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