Apple Valley

Apple Valley, Minnesota Overview

Apple Valley scores 59.8/100 overall (B+), ranking #12 of 20 cities in Minnesota — below the state composite of 76.7. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 78/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 31/100.

Income & Employment in Apple Valley

The median household income in Apple Valley is $99,277, 16% above the statewide median of $85,551. The local unemployment rate of 2.7% is lower than the state’s 3.4%. Population declined 0.4%.

Safety in Apple Valley

Apple Valley reports 241.9 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 256 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 1851.1 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Apple Valley

Apple Valley has a cost of living index of 104.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $354,200. Median monthly rent is $1,678. Renters spend 20.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Apple Valley

The adult obesity rate in Apple Valley is 34.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.1%. Residents average 14.3 poor mental health days per month. Minnesota ranks #6 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Apple Valley

Apple Valley has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. Per-pupil spending is $15,215. The city has 14 public schools serving 12,189 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Apple Valley

Winters in Apple Valley are cold, averaging 24.6°F. Summers average 72.2°F. Winters average 24.6°F. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. 16.6% of workers in Apple Valley work from home, well above the national average.

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