Amboy, MN

Minnesota

Amboy is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 553. Residents earn $78,214 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
553 Population 1,784/sq mi density
$78,214 Median Income $34,635 per capita
$125,300 Home Value $234,824 Zillow
$760 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$78,214 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,300 home value, $760/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,214
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,300
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $760
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population553
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density1,784/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,214
Per Capita$34,635
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$611M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,300
Rent$760
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,824
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation1,045 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+95.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute24 min
Libraries5

Is Amboy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amboy receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Amboy stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amboy is $78,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amboy is $125,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $760 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Amboy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Amboy has a population of 553 with a density of 1,784 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

553
Total Population
1,784
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Amboy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amboy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amboy is $78,214, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Amboy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,214
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,635
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$64,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)343
County GDP$611M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare26
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,808
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Amboy is $125,300, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $760 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,824.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,300
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,824

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$760
35% 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-Occupied84.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,808
20% below US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Amboy, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death6,012/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access71.4%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Amboy has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,045 ft (319 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,784/sq mi
Coordinates43.8879°N, 94.1583°W
County FIPS27165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,784/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

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