St. Paul

St. Paul, Minnesota Overview

St. Paul faces challenges across several categories, earning a C+ grade (52.6/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Minnesota. Even so, the city scores 68/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Outdoor Access score of 31/100.

Income & Employment in St. Paul

The median household income in St. Paul is $73,975, 14% below the statewide median of $85,551. The local unemployment rate of 2.9% is lower than the state’s 3.4%. Population grew 0.8% recently.

Safety in St. Paul

With a violent crime rate of 625.9 per 100,000, St. Paul exceeds the Minnesota average of 256. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3157.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in St. Paul

St. Paul 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 $280,300. Median monthly rent is $1,248. Renters spend 20.2% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in St. Paul

The adult obesity rate in St. Paul is 32.8% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 10.5%. Residents report an average of 17.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Minnesota ranks #6 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in St. Paul

The high school graduation rate in St. Paul is 71.9%, below the national average and a challenge for the community. The student-teacher ratio is 15:1. Local districts invest $18,808 per student, well above the national median. The city has 125 public schools serving 50,826 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in St. Paul

Winters in St. Paul are cold, averaging 24.4°F. Summers average 72.1°F. Winters average 24.4°F. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. 15.4% of workers in St. Paul work from home, well above the national average.

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