Woodbury, MN

Woodbury, MN

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There? · Covers: Woodbury, Saint Paul

Good for now

Verdict

$366K

Median Price

26/100

Walk Score

5.4/10

Schools

30 min

to Minneapolis, MN

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
D+Schools
54/100
CQuietness
60/100
B+Commute
85/100
FWalkability
26/100
WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

Woodbury is a solid suburb with a decent commute to Minneapolis and a higher median income, but it’s very car‑dependent, has a modest school average, and a moderate property‑crime rate. It’s fine if you’re okay with a typical family suburb, but it won’t feel like a walk‑friendly city or a hotspot for nightlife.

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The Good

  • 30‑minute commute to Minneapolis
  • Median household income above national average
  • Low flood risk
  • Many schools with high individual ratings

Real Talk

  • !Walk score is very low – you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Average school rating is only 5.4 – research each school closely
  • !Property crime is moderate – stay aware of theft and break‑ins
  • !Community tensions around ICE presence may affect safety perception
  • $Car maintenance and insurance
  • $Parking fees or commuting costs to work
  • $Higher utility bills for larger homes

Best For

Suburban familiesSpEd servicesCommuters to MinneapolisHigher income households

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Woodbury, MN

B

Safety grade

Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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