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Aitkin
City in Minnesota, United States
Overview
Aitkin is a picturesque small town in northern Minnesota, set alongside the Mississippi River and surrounded by lakes and forests. Known for its friendly locals, quaint downtown, and access to outdoor recreation, it's a perfect destination for nature lovers and those seeking rural charm.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Minnesota
Population
2,168
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
46.53°, -93.71°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
73
Female Safety
70
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$1,955
Local Cost
$1,232
Local Income
$2,850
Cashless
78
English
100
Temperature
5.2°C
Summer Avg
20.2°C
Winter Avg
-11.3°C
Record High
39.6°C
Record Low
-41.8°C
Humidity
77%
Precipitation
719 mm
Internet Speed
389 Mbps
Upload
19 Mbps
Latency
21 ms
City Vibrancy
8
Coworking
0
Cafes
1
Nightlife
2
Parks
5
Transport
42
Walk Score
42
Footways
83.0
Airport
BRD
Distance
36 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 3 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-08.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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