Afton, MN

Minnesota · Pierce County · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro

Afton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,944. Residents earn $129,956 per year, which is 73% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

2,944 Population 117/sq mi density

$129,956 Median Income $71,513 per capita

$655,400 Home Value $695,691 Zillow

46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr

54 Violent Crime/100K 1,769 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$129,956 median income, 1.7% unemployment

B+

Affordability

3.8 / 5.0

$655,400 home value

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

54 violent crimes/100K (86% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

60.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $129,956

73% higher than US avg

Home Value $655,400

132% higher than US avg

Violent Crime 54/100K

86% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 60.1%

78% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 31.0%

3% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.7%

53% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.8%

61% lower than US avg

How Afton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,944

Median Age50.3 yrs

Density117/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 91%

Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$129,956

Per Capita$71,513

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty4.8%

County GDP$1,545M

Commute28 min

Housing

B+

Home Value$655,400

RentN/A

Ownership98.1%

Zillow$695,691

Housing Units1,218

Rent Burden28.2%

Crime

Violent54/100K

Property1,769/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%

Uninsured4.9%

Smoking9.7%

Depression24.2%

Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain33.3 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation964 ft (294 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+60.1%

High School+99.3%

Graduate+20.6%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%

Commute28 min

Broadband97.0%

EV Stations6

Libraries5

Is Afton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Afton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Afton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Afton is $129,956, which is significantly higher than the national average / 73% above $75,149. This places Afton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Afton is $655,400, making it a premium housing market at 132% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Afton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,769 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Afton is a highly educated community / 60.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Afton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Afton has a population of 2,944 with a density of 117 people per square mile, spread across 26.4 square miles. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45% female and 55% male. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.5% of residents. 7.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 6.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,944

Total Population

117

People / sq mi

50.3yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

26.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%

Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Afton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.5%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.5%

66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Afton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Afton is $129,956, which is 73% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $71,513 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,024 business establishments, including 110 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 22.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Afton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$129,956
	73% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$71,513
Avg Weekly Wage	$913
IRS Avg AGI	$86,110
Gini Index	0.400 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.7%
	53% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.8%
	61% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,024
County GDP	$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants	110
Healthcare	78
Retail	97
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	0.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.9 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	22.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Afton is $655,400, 132% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $695,691. Homes sell for 90.5% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 98.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,218 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1981. The average annual property tax is $5,822 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$655,400
	132% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$695,691
Median List Price	$1,387,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$1,387,500
$/Sq Ft	$212
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	90.5%
Price Drops	16.7%
Inventory	6

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$809
1 Bedroom	$899
2 Bedrooms	$1,125
3 Bedrooms	$1,483
4 Bedrooms	$1,698

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	98.1%
Owner-Occupied	98.1%
Renter-Occupied	1.9%
Housing Units	1,218
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,822
	66% above US avg
Effective Rate	0.89%

In Afton, 31.0% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.1% of residents, below the national average. 24.6% have high blood pressure. 9.7% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 18.8% report binge drinking. 15.9% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 13.8% experience frequent mental distress. 4.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662. The dentist ratio is 1:2,363. 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Afton vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	31.0%
	3% below US avg
Diabetes	7.9%
Heart Disease	4.1%
High Blood Pressure	24.6%
Asthma	9.3%
COPD	3.4%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.7%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	15.9%
Depression	24.2%
Mental Distress	13.8%
Physical Distress	8.7%
Short Sleep	24.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.2%
Uninsured	4.9%
	43% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,662
Dentists	1:2,363
Mental Health	1:1,229
Checkup Rate	73.9%
Dental Visits	76.3%
Premature Death	5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	73.5%
Healthcare Facilities	78

Afton has a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, 86% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,769 per 100,000, 10% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Afton receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Afton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	54.1/100K
	86% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	1,768.9/100K
	10% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	282
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Afton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 964 feet.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-10°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	964 ft (294 m)
Area	26.4 sq mi (68.4 km²)
Population Density	117/sq mi
Coordinates	44.8988°N, 92.8191°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Pierce County County
Nearest Airport	Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain (MSP) 20 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.3"

12% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.33"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	42.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	10.6 / 100
Community Resilience	53.8 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Very Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Apr 25, 2017	Near Mankato, Minnesota	M2.8	123 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

476 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 56 fatalities, 1,202 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 4, 1958	EF5	39 km	21
Jul 3, 1983	EF4	53 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	39 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	56 km	0
May 6, 1965	EF4	75 km	3
May 6, 1965	EF4	45 km	6
May 21, 1957	EF4	76 km	0
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	89 km	0
May 16, 2017	EF3	65 km	1
May 25, 2008	EF3	36 km	1
Jun 18, 2001	EF3	99 km	2
May 15, 1998	EF3	86 km	0
Jul 1, 1997	EF3	98 km	0
Jul 27, 1987	EF3	37 km	0
Jul 23, 1987	EF3	59 km	0
Apr 26, 1984	EF3	35 km	1
Jun 14, 1981	EF3	37 km	1
Jul 30, 1977	EF3	56 km	0
May 24, 1958	EF3	30 km	0
Jun 23, 1952	EF3	60 km	2

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNITS 37 38 39 A (4,879 ac, 2003).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2003	UNITS 37 38 39 A	4,879	93 km
1998	UNITS 1617	4,649	98 km
2005	RX HFR 05	4,253	97 km
2007	WUI 07 - UNIT 36	4,025	92 km
2000	UNIT 25	3,412	92 km
2009	BU11	3,242	98 km
1997	BIG	2,987	95 km
2009	UNNAMED	2,904	46 km
2003	UNITS 34 33 W	2,637	93 km
2024	UNIT 8E RX	2,551	99 km
1992	SHARPTAIL	2,288	93 km
2010	WUI 10 UNIT D	2,042	93 km
1996	UNNAMED	1,906	92 km
2000	UNNAMED	1,850	97 km
2009	UNIT 23 24 26	1,644	95 km
1995	ANTLER	1,603	93 km
2004	WUI UNIT 16	1,592	99 km
1995	UNIT 16	1,570	99 km
1992	UNIT 25	1,460	94 km
1987	UNNAMED	1,280	93 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	15°F (-10°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	19°F (-7°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	31°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.7 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.5 in
June	67°F (20°C)	4.3 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.0 in
September	60°F (16°C)	3.6 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.4 in
November	33°F (0°C)	1.6 in
December	18°F (-8°C)	1.0 in

Afton has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 15°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Afton is located in Pierce County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 60.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 78% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 20.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 56.9% of the vote, a 16.8-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 78 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%

D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	282
Avg Accident Severity	2.3 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	60.1%
	78% above US avg
High School+	99.3%
Graduate Degree+	20.6%
School Test Score	6.08

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	117/sq mi
Total Area	26.4 sq mi
County	Pierce County County

Services

Broadband Access	97.0%
Avg Download Speed	74.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	16.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	6
Alt Fuel Stations	8
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	78
Restaurants	110
Retail Stores	97

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.9 min
Drive Alone	71.2%
Public Transit	0.3%
Work from Home	22.7%

Average costs for common services in Afton. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit	$345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit	$197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning	$128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling	$247 ($148–$394)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement	$197 ($99–$345)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair	$394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install	$6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair	$986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement	$8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense	$4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation	$493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation	$2,465 ($986–$4,930)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$148 ($74–$247)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$79 ($49–$128)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread	$3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb)	$0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$84 ($49–$148)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$197 ($99–$394)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$909
Toddler	$823
Preschool	$823
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$671
Toddler	$650
Preschool	$650

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Pierce County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	1,700	57	$62,948	1.97
Accommodation & Food Services	1,189	105	$19,302	1.24
Retail Trade	1,054	89	$29,516	1.00
Health Care & Social Assistance	799	145	$39,246	0.53
Construction	453	98	$69,525	0.82
Wholesale Trade	360	46	$65,780	0.87
Professional & Technical Services	269	99	$60,169	0.37
Transportation & Warehousing	263	42	$70,918	0.59
Finance & Insurance	235	51	$67,315	0.55
Arts & Entertainment	190	22	$19,534	1.08
Other Services	179	59	$39,019	0.57
Administrative & Waste Services	169	39	$38,039	0.27
Utilities	63	4	$100,605	1.58
Real Estate	51	23	$62,897	0.31
Educational Services	47	9	$19,822	0.22
Information & Technology	47	14	$84,420	0.24
Management of Companies	16	7	$134,151	0.09

Radio Stations near Afton

24 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Radio K - Real College Radio (KUOM)	"radio k", college radio	MP3 256 kbps
AM 950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota	—	AAC+ 32 kbps
MPR Classical Piano	classical piano	MP3 128 kbps
Jazz 88 Minneapolis KBEM	jazz, traffic	AAC 95 kbps
MPR Classical 24/7	classical baroque, classical music	MP3 128 kbps
Twin Cities News Talk	news, talk	AAC
KFAN FM Sports	sports	AAC
b3cks-radio	beats, chillhop	MP3 192 kbps
KMOJ-HD2 The Ice	minneapolis, urban contemporary	AAC 64 kbps
Radio K	campus, college	MP3 256 kbps
91.7 WMCN	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
Carbon Sound	afrobeats, electronica	MP3 128 kbps
The Current - 89.3 KCMP Minnesota Public Radio	minneapolis, minnesota public radio	AAC+ 48 kbps
YourClassical Concert Band	brass, yourclassical	AAC+ 48 kbps
Affirm Southern Gospel Radio	southern gospel	MP3 128 kbps
98.5 KTIS	christian contemporary	MP3 96 kbps
101.3 KDWB	—	UNKNOWN
Jazz88.FM	—	AAC 95 kbps
AM 1280 The Patriot	news, talk	AAC+ 48 kbps
Kool 108	the best of 80's, the best of 90's	AAC 24 kbps
KFAI	community, fresh air	MP3 192 kbps
Radio Rey 630 AM	regional mexican	AAC+ 32 kbps
OCABS Radio	christian orthodox, christian preaching	MP3 64 kbps
KSJN	—	MP3 128 kbps

Campgrounds Near Afton

1 campgrounds found near Afton.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Lower St. Croix District	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Afton

25 national parks and monuments found near Afton.

Park	Type	Fee
Afton State Park	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Cattail State Trail	State Park	Free
Fort Snelling State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Gateway State Trail	State Park	Free
Interstate Park-Iansr	State Park	Free
Interstate State Park	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch State Park	State Park	Free
Kinnickinnic State Park	State Park	Free
Luce Line Trail	State Park	Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area	National River & Recreation Area	Free
Moon Lake Park	State Park	Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Off-Leash Dog	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Rice Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway	National Scenic Riverway	Free
Sakatah Lake State Park	State Park	Free
State Capitol Ground	State Park	Free
Stower Seven Lakes State Trail	State Park	Free
Straight Lake Wilderness State Park	State Park	Free
Wild River State Park	State Park	Free
William O'Brien State Park	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Afton

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,926	$103,897
2015	2,957	$99,663
2017	3,002	$109,688
2019	3,029	$119,511
2021	2,949	$114,574
2023	2,942	$129,956

Museums in Afton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PHIPPS CNTR FOR THE ARTS	ART MUSEUM		7153862305	$1,936,122
WASHINGTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514395956	$609,372
NORTH STAR SCOUTING MEMORABILIA	GENERAL MUSEUM		6517482880	$279,526
DAKOTA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6515527548	$249,379
WHITE BEAR LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514075327	$125,134
MAPLEWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2170 COUNTY ROAD D E	6517488645	$94,155
ARCOLA MILLS HISTORIC FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6513511811	$70,491
ST CROIX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7153862654	$56,739
DENMARK TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6514367639	$49,734
CONCEIVE BELIEVE ACHIEVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517700115	$1,100
AFTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6076391110
CHARLES P. NOYES COTTAGE	GENERAL MUSEUM
COMMEMORATIVE AIR FORCE	GENERAL MUSEUM		6514556942
DARVAN ACRES NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
GALLERY 101	ART MUSEUM		7154253266
HARMS WAY 4 KIDS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INVER HILLS ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6514503000
IRISH GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		6512492170
MIDWEST RAILWAY INSTITUTE AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
MILITARY VEHICLE AND ARMS MUSEUM OF MINNESOTA	GENERAL MUSEUM		7756717500
MINNESOTA CHINESE MUSIC ENSEMBLE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517797659
NORTH SAINT PAUL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6517472432
OAKDALE LAKE ELMO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKDALE VETERANS MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4046965742
SOUTHERN MINNESOTA WARBIRDS OF AMERICA	GENERAL MUSEUM
WELCOME & HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	233 BROAD ST N	7152623284
WHITE BEAR CENTER FOR THE ARTS GALLERY	GENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Afton

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WASHINGTON COUNTY LIBRARY	8595 CENTRAL PARK PLACE	801,038
RIVER FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY	140 UNION ST.	180,177
STILLWATER PUBLIC LIBRARY	224 THIRD STREET NORTH	123,995
HUDSON AREA JOINT LIBRARY	700 1ST ST.	122,476
SOUTH SAINT PAUL PUBLIC LIBRARY	106 3RD AVENUE N	82,000
SOMERSET PUBLIC LIBRARY	208 HUD ST.	59,357
BAYPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	582 N 4TH STREET	38,824
PRESCOTT PUBLIC LIBRARY	800 BORNER ST. N.	36,803
LAKE ELMO PUBLIC LIBRARY	3537 LAKE ELMO AVENUE N, SUITE 130	11,650

Farmers Markets in Afton

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bayport Farmers Market					Visit
City of White Bear Lake Farmer's Market	Washington Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Street	06/27/2014 to 10/31/2014	Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Hudson Farmers Market on Carmichael	504 Frontage Road	06/21/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Inver Grove Heights Farmers Market	Veterans Memorial Community Center parking lot
Mahtomedi Area Farmers' Market	93 Mahtomedi Avenue	June 25, 2011 to September 24, 2011	Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;		Visit
Oakdale Farmers Market	Oakdale Parks & Recreation Department
River District Marketplace
River Falls Farmers' Market	1121 S. Main St.	06/01/2016 to 10/31/2016	Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Stillwater Farmers Market	3rd & Pine Street, Riverview Parking Lot	06/14/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;
Woodbury Farmers Market	Central Park/YMCA lot, Radio Drive				Visit

Breweries in Afton

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
American Sky Brewing Co	Breweries, Food & Drink	1510 Swasey St	6515033165
Hollihan's Pub	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Pub Restaurants, White Bear Lake, MN,	2160 3rd St	6514290280
Joseph Wolf Brewery Cave Tours	Food & Drink, Tours, Brewery Tours, Tour	402 S Main St	6514300560
Lift Bridge Brewing Company	Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery, Tours, Brewery Tours	1900 Tower Dr W	8884302337, 18884302337	Visit
Mel's Midtowner	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Restaurant, Cocktail Lounges & Bars, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Beer Taverns & P	111 S Main St	7154251573
Pitchfork Brewing	Bars, Banquet Halls & Reception Facilities, Brewery	709 Rodeo Dr	7152453675	Visit
The Flame Bar	Dive Bar and Brewery	80 Mahtomedi Ave

Cell Towers in Afton

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
554 Chinnock Lane (100037)	GTOWER	112
(River Falls) N7249 910TH ST	GTOWER	65
1820 110th Street	TOWER	61
1820 110th Street	TOWER	61
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
W10933 County Road MM (103156)	MTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
901 QUARRY ROAD (83369)	LTOWER	58
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
9453 570th Ave. (102434)	LTOWER	56
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50
N8295 900TH ST (96821)	LTOWER	50

Power Plants Near Afton

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
NOVEL MNDOT SOLAR CSG	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-92.8	OP

Bridges in Afton

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1983	265	1,825	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2000	76	1,050	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2012	60	575	F
Slab	Concrete	1985	57	218	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	30	104	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	34	104	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1979	42	90	G
Culvert	Concrete	1980	32	74	G
Culvert	Concrete	1997	31	60	F
Culvert	Concrete	1998	29	45	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1980	82	1	F

Superfund Sites Near Afton

6 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
3M COMPANY	2501 HUDSON RD	RAMSEY COUNTY
COTTAGE GROVE COGENERATION	9525 105TH ST COURT S	WASHINGTON
COTTAGE GROVE COGENERATION	9525 105TH ST COURT S	WASHINGTON
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES PINE BEND, LLC	12555 CLARK ROAD	DAKOTA
MARATHON PETROLEUM COMPANY LLC - ST. PAUL PARK REFINERY	300 W THIRD AVE	WASHINGTON

Airports Near Afton

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field	MSP	Large Airport
New Richmond Regional Airport	RNH	Medium Airport
Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field	STP	Medium Airport
Airlake Airport	—	Small Airport
Airwolfe Airport	—	Small Airport
Al's Due North Airport	—	Small Airport
Amery Municipal Airport	AHH	Small Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport	—	Small Airport
Backstrom Airport	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Airport	—	Small Airport
Beer Airport	—	Small Airport
Benson Airport	—	Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Cameron's Airport	—	Small Airport
Christison Airport	—	Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Crystal Airport	MIC	Small Airport
Cub Bear Airport	—	Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport	—	Small Airport
David Randall Airport	—	Small Airport
Demmers Field	—	Small Airport
Edberg Airport	—	Small Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus Field	FBL	Small Airport
Flying Cloud Airport	FCM	Small Airport
Flying J Airport	—	Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport	—	Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontenac Airport	—	Small Airport
Gregory Airport	—	Small Airport
Hall Airport	—	Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Jennrich Field	—	Small Airport
Joyner Airport	—	Small Airport
Kral's Personal Use Landing Field	—	Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal Airport	OEO	Small Airport
Lake Elmo Airport	—	Small Airport
Lino Air Park	—	Small Airport
Little Plum Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Mort's Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Nielsen's Airport	—	Small Airport
Nietz Airstrip	—	Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Pinetree Airpark	—	Small Airport
Radke Airport	—	Small Airport
Red Wing Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Reynolds Field	—	Small Airport
Ries Farms Runway	—	Small Airport
Rush River Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Afton

12 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone

Bayport Police Department
Dakota County Sheriff Office
Hastings Police Department
Hudson Police Department
Oak Park Heights Police Department
Oakdale Police Department	1584 Hadley Avenue North
South St Paul Police Station
St. Croix County Sheriff	1101 Carmichael Road
Stillwater Police Department
UW-River Falls Police Department	715 Wild Rose Avenue
Washington County Sheriff's Office
Woodbury Police Station

Grocery Stores in Afton

1 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Kwik Trip 1078	Convenience Store	8513 5th St N

Treatment Centers in Afton

11 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
Canvas Health Inc	Both	651-777-5222
CLUES	Substance Abuse	612-746-3558
Cochran Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	612-767-0309
Guild South	Mental Health	651-455-6800
Hudson Hospital and Clinics - Programs for Change	Substance Abuse	715-531-6755
Northstar Behavioral Health Network - Geneva	Substance Abuse	651-370-3284
Parity Wellness	Substance Abuse	651-702-2700
Peace Tree Counseling LLC	Mental Health	715-417-3241
People Inc - Diane Ahrens Crisis Residence	Both	651-645-9424
People Inc - Maghakian Place	Both	651-793-6333

Churches & Religious Organizations in Afton

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
EASTERN TWIN CITIES ISLAMIC CENTER	12585 HUDSON RD S
MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	15730 AFTON BLVD S
SHEPHERD OF THE VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH	14107 HUDSON RD S
ST MARYS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	PO BOX 362
ST PETER LUTHERAN CHURCH MO SYNOD	880 NEAL AVE S

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Frequently Asked Questions About Afton

What is the population of Afton?

Afton has a population of 2,944 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 26.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45% female and 55% male.

Is Afton expensive to live in?

Afton has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $129,956, 73% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $655,400 (132% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Afton safe?

Afton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 54 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,769 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Afton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Afton?

Afton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 15°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Afton?

The job market in Afton is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $913. There are 1,024 business establishments in the area, including 110 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 22.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Afton?

The median home value in Afton is $655,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $695,691. The homeownership rate is 98.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,822.

How are the schools in Afton?

Schools in Afton score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 60.1% of adults in Afton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. 20.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Afton?

The obesity rate in Afton is 31.0% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.7% of adults are smokers. 15.9% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 4.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 73.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,662.

What is transportation like in Afton?

The average commute in Afton is 28 minutes. 71.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 22.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Afton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Afton is 91.4% White, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 95.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.5% speak Spanish. 7.8% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability. 98.2% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Lake St. Croix Beach, MN 1,106 pop · 3.1 mi Lakeland, MN 1,510 pop · 4.6 mi Woodbury, MN 76,945 pop · 5.1 mi Hudson, WI 15,004 pop · 6.3 mi North Hudson, WI 3,848 pop · 7.4 mi Cottage Grove, MN 40,124 pop · 7.5 mi Lake Elmo, MN 12,504 pop · 7.6 mi Bayport, MN 3,948 pop · 8.3 mi Newport, MN 4,460 pop · 8.9 mi Oak Park Heights, MN 4,782 pop · 9.3 mi Oakdale, MN 28,109 pop · 9.4 mi St. Paul Park, MN 5,464 pop · 9.6 mi River Falls, WI 16,349 pop · 9.9 mi Prescott, WI 4,376 pop · 10.2 mi

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