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Rush City, MN

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

Rush City is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 3,262. Residents earn $58,543 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,262 Population 768/sq mi density
$58,543 Median Income $24,024 per capita
$199,000 Home Value $252,947 Zillow
$881 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
79 Violent Crime/100K 2,699 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$58,543 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$199,000 home value, $881/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
79 violent crimes/100K (79% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $58,543
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,000
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 79/100K
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $881
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,262
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density768/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,543
Per Capita$24,024
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,242M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,000
Rent$881
Ownership59.6%
Zillow$252,947
Housing Units1,094
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

F
Violent79/100K
Property2,699/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking19.1%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation918 ft (280 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score6.50

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.9%
EV Stations3
Libraries5

Is Rush City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rush City receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rush City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rush City is $58,543, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.1% 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 Rush City is $199,000, 29% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Rush City is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,699 per 100,000, 38% above the national average.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rush City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches, including 52.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rush City has a population of 3,262 with a density of 768 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 35.2% female and 64.8% male. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 3.1% Hispanic, 13.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.6% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,262
Total Population
768
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.8%
Female 35.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rush City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish 4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rush City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rush City is $58,543, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,024 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,112, 22% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,401 business establishments, including 93 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rush City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,543
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$84,076
Gini Index0.378 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,401
County GDP$2,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare155
Retail158
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rush City is $199,000, 29% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,947, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 93.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $881 (24% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 59.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,094 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1985. The average annual property tax is $5,004 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,947
Median List Price$326,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$326,400
$/Sq Ft$132
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$881
24% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.6%
Owner-Occupied59.6%
Renter-Occupied40.4%
Housing Units1,094
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Rush City, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 33.2% have high blood pressure. 19.1% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 19.8% report binge drinking. 27.0% are physically inactive. 22.7% report depression. 17.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,052. The dentist ratio is 1:2,320. 70.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Rush City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,052
Dentists1:2,320
Mental Health1:568
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death5,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities155
Rush City has a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents, 79% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,699 per 100,000, 38% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rush City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent79.4/100K
79% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,699.5/100K
38% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents434
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rush City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°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 33.8 inches. The area receives 52.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 918 feet.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation918 ft (280 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density768/sq mi
Coordinates45.6874°N, 92.9653°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyChisago County County
Nearest AirportNew Richmond Regional (RNH)
43 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.8"
11% below US avg
Snowfall 52.2"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.33"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score44.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience88.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

320 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 36 fatalities, 752 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 3, 1983 EF4 59 km 0
May 6, 1965 EF4 85 km 6
May 6, 1965 EF4 77 km 3
May 21, 1957 EF4 14 km 0
May 16, 2017 EF3 79 km 1
May 25, 2008 EF3 57 km 1
Jun 18, 2001 EF3 27 km 2
Sep 18, 1997 EF3 94 km 1
Jul 23, 1987 EF3 72 km 0
Apr 26, 1984 EF3 77 km 1
Jun 14, 1981 EF3 99 km 1
Sep 3, 1980 EF3 99 km 1
Jul 30, 1977 EF3 82 km 0
Jun 30, 1968 EF3 58 km 0
May 24, 1958 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 23, 1952 EF3 40 km 2
Jul 20, 1951 EF3 94 km 5
Jun 17, 2010 EF2 8 km 0
Sep 16, 2006 EF2 75 km 1
Sep 21, 2005 EF2 64 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 4 (5,887 ac, 2002).

Year Name Acres Distance
2002 UNIT 4 5,887 66 km
2003 UNITS 37 38 39 A 4,879 61 km
1998 UNITS 1617 4,649 61 km
2005 RX HFR 05 4,253 61 km
2009 BU9 4,112 66 km
2007 WUI 07 - UNIT 36 4,025 61 km
1988 UNNAMED 3,642 97 km
2000 UNIT 25 3,412 61 km
2009 BU11 3,242 65 km
1997 BIG 2,987 62 km
2009 UNNAMED 2,904 49 km
2003 UNITS 34 33 W 2,637 62 km
2024 UNIT 8E RX 2,551 65 km
1992 SHARPTAIL 2,288 63 km
1988 UNNAMED 2,243 68 km
2024 RX-86_FY23 2,187 37 km
2010 WUI 10 UNIT D 2,042 63 km
1996 UNNAMED 1,906 60 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,850 13 km
2006 UNIT 4 1,732 65 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 12°F (-11°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 29°F (-2°C) 1.7 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
June 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 70°F (21°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 67°F (20°C) 4.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in
November 30°F (-1°C) 1.6 in
December 15°F (-9°C) 1.1 in

Rush City has a seasonal temperature swing of 59°F / from 12°F in January to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Rush City is located in Chisago County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 8.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 75% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 64.9% of the vote, a 31.4-point margin. 93.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 155 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents434
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score6.50
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density768/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi
CountyChisago County County

Services

Broadband Access93.9%
Avg Download Speed111.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed23.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants93
Retail Stores158

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home6.2%
Average costs for common services in Rush City. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 18 services

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)
View all 25 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,016
Toddler$920
Preschool$869
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$765
Toddler$650
Preschool$664
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Chisago County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,792 239 $59,055 1.64
Manufacturing 2,408 92 $64,853 1.82
Retail Trade 1,732 149 $39,611 1.08
Accommodation & Food Services 1,396 96 $22,761 0.95
Construction 1,185 214 $83,123 1.40
Professional & Technical Services 700 85 $124,758 0.63
Other Services 499 152 $37,613 1.03
Wholesale Trade 437 41 $58,478 0.69
Administrative & Waste Services 410 65 $49,234 0.43
Arts & Entertainment 402 30 $20,938 1.49
Finance & Insurance 160 35 $71,629 0.25
Educational Services 102 13 $36,597 0.31
Real Estate 46 36 $23,591 0.18
Information & Technology 39 13 $69,109 0.13
Management of Companies 18 7 $73,662 0.07

Schools in Rush City

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
C.E. JACOBSON ELEMENTARY Elementary 493 37 13.3:1
RUSH CITY SECONDARY High 419 26 16.1:1
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Radio Stations near Rush City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
YourClassical Chamber Music — AAC+ 48 kbps

Campgrounds Near Rush City

2 campgrounds found near Rush City.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Lower St. Croix District — — Free
Middle St. Croix — — Free

National Parks Near Rush City

32 national parks and monuments found near Rush City.

ParkTypeFee
Afton State Park State Park Free
Banning State Park State Park Free
Black River State North Country Trail Area State Park Free
Cattail State Trail State Park Free
Clear Creek State North Country Trail Area State Park Free
Father Hennepin State Park State Park Free
Fort Snelling State Park State Park Free
Gandy Dancer State Trail State Park Free
Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Interstate Park-Iansr State Park Free
Interstate State Park State Park Free
Jay Cooke State Park State Park Free
Kinnickinnic State Park State Park Free
Lake Maria State Park State Park Free
Luce Line Trail State Park Free
Mille Lacs Kathio State Park State Park Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Moon Lake Park State Park Free
Moose Lake State Park State Park Free
Nemadji River State North Country Trail Area State Park Free
Off-Leash Dog State Park Free
Pattison State Park State Park Free
Pattison State Park North Country Trail Area State Park Free
Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway National Scenic Riverway Free
Saunders State Trail State Park Free
St. Croix 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

Museums in Rush City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ISANTI COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION33525 FLANDERS ST NE7636894229$609,743
NORTH CHISAGO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION13112 THIRD AVENUE NORTH

Farmers Markets in Rush City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cambridge Farmers Market3239 285th Avenue
Harris Farmers Market43970 Ginger Ave06/01/2014 to 10/26/2014Sun: 11:00 AM-3:00 PM;YesVisit
North Branch Farmers' Market 8th Ave & Main Visit
PICK'M Farmer's MarketFreedom Park, Main Street, Braham, MNJune to OctoberThu:3:00 pm - 7:00 pm;
Pine City Farmers MarketMain Street N and 1st Avenue N06/12/2020 to 10/31/2020Fri: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 11:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Hotels in Rush City

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grant House Hotel & Eatery

Restaurants in Rush City

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Mezcal

Clinics in Rush City

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #3570181393

Gas Stations in Rush City

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday
Kwik Trip

Nursing Homes in Rush City

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GOLDEN LIVINGCENTER - RUSH CITY
650 BREMER AVENUE SOUTH
 For profit - Corporation 49 40 1/5 — 3/5 3/5 3203584765

Pharmacies in Rush City

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
FAIRVIEW PHARMACY - RUSH CITY 780 WEST 4TH STREET 320-358-4757

Cell Towers in Rush City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(North Branch) 0.3 Miles East on CR 30 410th StreetTOWER149
(North Branch) 0.3 Miles East on CR 30 410th StreetTOWER149
(South Branch site)6350 360TH STREETTOWER102
(South Branch site)6350 360TH STREETTOWER102
1033 Regent Street (105178)GTOWER97
1033 Regent Street (105178)GTOWER97
210 McKinley St. North (49349)GTOWER95
210 McKinley St. North (49349)GTOWER95
10002 EMERALD ROAD (95162)GTOWER95
10002 EMERALD ROAD (95162)GTOWER95
HARRIS CELL SITE: 0.10 MILES WEST OF I-35/US-61 2.69 MILES NORTH OF HARRIS CORTOWER61
48520 Gallant AvenueTOWER60
48520 Gallant AvenueTOWER60

Fire Stations in Rush City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Rush City Fire Department325 W 5TH STVolunteer320-358-4718

Bridges in Rush City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19672627,618F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19681935,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2011623,950G
CulvertConcrete2020302,155G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19703281,793F
CulvertConcrete197823678G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete202059519G
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Correctional Facilities in Rush City

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
MCF - RUSH CITY7600 525TH STREETSTATE9901,018OPEN

Airports Near Rush City

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
New Richmond Regional AirportRNHMedium Airport
Al's Due North Airport—Small Airport
Amery Municipal AirportAHHSmall Airport
Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport—Small Airport
Baldwin Airport—Small Airport
Barnes Airport—Small Airport
Beer Airport—Small Airport
Benson Airport—Small Airport
Bishman Private Airport—Small Airport
Burnett County Airport—Small Airport
Bush Field—Small Airport
Cambridge Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cameron's Airport—Small Airport
Circle T Airport—Small Airport
Conley Field—Small Airport
Connor's Lake Landing—Small Airport
Cooks Landing Airport—Small Airport
Crystal AirportMICSmall Airport
Cub Bear Airport—Small Airport
Danielson Field Airport—Small Airport
David Randall Airport—Small Airport
Field of Dreams Airport—Small Airport
Flying J Airport—Small Airport
Flyplassen Airport—Small Airport
Forest Lake Airport—Small Airport
Grantsburg Municipal AirportGTGSmall Airport
Gregory Airport—Small Airport
Grohnke Field—Small Airport
Hendrickson Airport—Small Airport
Hexum Flight Park Ultralightport—Small Airport
Ingleside Airport—Small Airport
Isle Private Airport—Small Airport
Joyner Airport—Small Airport
Kral's Personal Use Landing Field—Small Airport
L O Simenstad Municipal AirportOEOSmall Airport
Lake Elmo Airport—Small Airport
Lino Air Park—Small Airport
Maple Airport—Small Airport
Meadowvale Airport—Small Airport
Milaca Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Moose Lake Carlton County Airport—Small Airport
Mora Municipal Airport—Small Airport
North Lake Landing Airport—Small Airport
Pavek Personal Airport—Small Airport
Pfau Airstrip—Small Airport
Pinetree Airpark—Small Airport
Princeton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Reynolds Field—Small Airport
Rush City Regional Airport—Small Airport
Rusmar Farms Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Rush City

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Braham Police Department
North Branch Police Department
Pine County Sheriffs Office

Grocery Stores in Rush City

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 13499Other420 S O'Neill St
Federated Co-ops Inc. - Rush City Cenex 026Convenience Store75 W 4th St
Holiday Stationstore 2746388Convenience Store1550 W 4th St
Kwik Trip 592Convenience Store1225 W 4th St

Treatment Centers in Rush City

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Canvas Health IncBoth651-777-5222
Empower Recovery ServicesBoth320-629-0059

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rush City

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH1000 S JAY AVE
HEART OF THE FATHER MINISTRIES INTERNATIONALPO BOX 300
LIVING WATER FELLOWSHIP CHURCHPO BOX 148
RESTORATION CHURCH MN INC260 WEST 31D STREET
RUSH CITY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 519
ST JOHNS LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 368

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Frequently Asked Questions About Rush City

What is the population of Rush City?

Rush City has a population of 3,262 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 768 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.8 years. The population is 35.2% female and 64.8% male.

Is Rush City expensive to live in?

Rush City 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 $58,543, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $199,000 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rush City safe?

Rush City is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 79 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,699 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Rush City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rush City?

Rush City has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 12°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.8 inches, with 52.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Rush City?

The job market in Rush City is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,112. There are 1,401 business establishments in the area, including 93 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rush City?

The median home value in Rush City is $199,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,947. For renters, the median monthly rent is $881. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,004.

How are the schools in Rush City?

Schools in Rush City score 6.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.3% of adults in Rush City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. 1.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rush City?

The obesity rate in Rush City is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.1% of adults are smokers. 27.0% are physically inactive. 22.7% of residents report depression. 10.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 70.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,052.

What is transportation like in Rush City?

The average commute in Rush City is 28 minutes. 82.8% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rush City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rush City is 79.5% White, 13.5% Black or African American, 3.1% Hispanic or Latino. 95.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 4.4% speak Spanish. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 95.2% have health insurance coverage.

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