Elk River, Minnesota

Population 23,191

Elk River is located in Sherburne County, MN. The population is 23,191, making Elk River the largest city in Sherburne County.

There are 21 public schools in Elk River with an average Homefacts rating of A-. The total crime rate for Elk River is low , and there are 3 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Elk River is low and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Elk River property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Elk River include Nowthen, Otsego and Livonia Township.

Elk River Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Excellent
  • No High School Diploma: 4.7%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 64.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 30.8%

Crime Rate

32.98% Lower than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 68
  • Violent Crimes: 60
  • Robbery: 4
  • Burglary: 144
  • Property Crime: 1
  • Larceny Theft: 1

Registered Offenders

90.45% Lower than national avg.
  • 3 offenders in Elk River
  • 1.29 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

185 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 0
  • Registered Polluters: 2
  • Superfunds: 1
  • Tanks & Spills: 182

Unemployment

Low 2.1%
  • Minnesota unemployment average: 2.1%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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21 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 21 K-12 public schools in Elk River, MN and 4 private schools. Homefacts rates Elk River's schools as Excellent, with an overall A- rating.

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90 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Elk River, MN issued 90 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Elk River, MN issued 87 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $980
  • 1 Bedroom: $1,135
  • 2 Bedrooms: $1,400
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,940
  • 4 Bedrooms: $2,260

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Environmental Hazards

185 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (214/214)
    Elk River, MN has 100% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 1 COUNTY
    Elk River, MN is a red zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 3.72 Average
    Elk River, MN is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 13.8°
  • February 19.25°
  • March 33.03°
  • April 46.07°
  • May 58.15°
  • June 68.41°
  • July 74.33°
  • August 71.42°
  • September 62.02°
  • October 49.4°
  • November 35.9°
  • December 17.08°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Elk River, MN

Earthquakes
Elk River, MN has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Elk River, MN has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Elk River, MN has a very high risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Elk River, MN has a high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Elk River, MN: $83,585

Unemployment

Unemployment in Elk River is 2.1%. It is lower than the state and national averages, 2.1% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 33.20%
White Collar - 66.80%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Mark Dayton
  • Sen. Al Franken
  • Sen. Amy Klobuchar

City Representatives

  • Tom Emmer

Neighborhood Info

1 Airport view all

Nearest Major Airports

7 FCC Towers view all

0 Hospitals view all

  • No hospitals found in Elk River, MN

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

1 Retirement Home view all

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