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Grand Rapids Area Facts

Grand Rapids has a Livability Score of 80_/100, which is considered exceptional
Grand Rapids crime rates are 40% lower than the Minnesota average
Cost of living in Grand Rapids is 5% lower than the Minnesota average

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Family Friendly

Family friendly

Public transit is accessible

Public transit is accessible

Walkable to grocery stores

Walkable to grocery stores

Yards are well-kept

Yards are well-kept

Lots of parks

Lots of parks

Walkable to restaurants

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Safe at night

Pet-friendly

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

Streets have sidewalks

Quite Area

A quiet area

Sense of community

Sense of community

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Grand Rapids Reviews

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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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Compare Grand Rapids, MN Livability

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

A+ Cost of Living

What is the cost of living in Grand Rapids? The cost of living in Grand Rapids is 95/100 - which is 5% lower than Minnesota.

5% less expensive than average

same as average

National cost of living index

A+ Crime

What is the crime rate in Grand Rapids? Grand Rapids crime rates are 1,121, which are 40% lower than Minnesota

1,121 per 100k people

47% lower than the US average

Chance of being a victim

47% lower than the US average

Year-over-year crime

Year over year crime is up

C- Employment

What is the median income in Grand Rapids? The median income in Grand Rapids is $72,981 which is 21% lower than Minnesota.

Median household income

$72,98110% lower than the US average

Income per capita

$41,7487% lower than the US average

Unemployment rate

41% 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 $274,762 - which is 19% lower than Minnesota

Median home value

$274,76216% lower than the US average

Median rent price

$1,10723% lower than the US average

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

8% higher than the US average

School test scores

equal to the US average

Student teacher ratio

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 5 reviews.

Overall user rating

5 total ratings

User reviews rating

1 total reviews

User surveys rating

4 total surveys