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Aldrich, MN

Minnesota

Aldrich is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 31. Residents earn $36,875 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
31 Population 63/sq mi density
$36,875 Median Income $29,926 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,875
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median Age63.5 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans29.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,875
Per Capita$29,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$744M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units25
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+75.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries1

Is Aldrich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aldrich receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Aldrich offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aldrich is $36,875, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aldrich is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Aldrich has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Aldrich has a population of 31 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 63.5 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 25.8% Hispanic.

Population

31
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
63.5yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Aldrich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aldrich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aldrich is $36,875, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Aldrich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,875
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,926
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$57,069

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)451
County GDP$744M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare45
Retail69
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aldrich is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units25
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
Aldrich has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,332 ft (406 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates46.3747°N, 94.9394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.5-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+75.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants32
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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