Argyle, MN

Minnesota

Argyle is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 499. Residents earn $81,750 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
499 Population 330/sq mi density
$81,750 Median Income $47,190 per capita
$188,200 Home Value
$426 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,750 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,200 home value, $426/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,750
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,200
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $426
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population499
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,750
Per Capita$47,190
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$439M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,200
Rent$426
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.9 in/yr
Elevation847 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+94.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Libraries1

Is Argyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argyle receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Argyle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argyle is $81,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Argyle is $188,200, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $426 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Argyle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.9 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Argyle has a population of 499 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

499
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Argyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argyle is $81,750, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Argyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,750
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,190
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$78,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Argyle is $188,200, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $426 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,200
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$426
63% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Argyle, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death5,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities18

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Argyle has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.9 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation847 ft (258 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates48.3366°N, 96.8162°W
County FIPS27089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

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