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Alpha, MN

Minnesota

Alpha is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 109. Residents earn $140,273 per year, which is 87% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
109 Population 519/sq mi density
$140,273 Median Income $67,209 per capita
$56,900 Home Value
$870 Median Rent 28.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$140,273 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,900 home value, $870/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $140,273
87% higher than US avg
Home Value $56,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.0%
31% higher than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$140,273
Per Capita$67,209
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$1,429M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,900
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden28.5%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.7%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.0%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is Alpha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alpha receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Alpha stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alpha is $140,273, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Alpha among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alpha is $56,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Alpha has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Alpha has a population of 109 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.8%).

Population

109
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%
Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Alpha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only57.0%
27% below US avg
Spanish43.0%
221% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alpha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alpha is $140,273, which is 87% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Alpha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$140,273
87% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,209
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)705
County GDP$1,429M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare84
Retail80
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Alpha is $56,900, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,900
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.1%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Rate5.98%
In Alpha, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep29.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.9%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death6,227/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities84
Alpha has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,388 ft (423 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates43.6376°N, 94.8711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 44.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.0%
31% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants49
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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