Audubon, MN

Minnesota

Audubon is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 376. Residents earn $65,982 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
376 Population 515/sq mi density
$65,982 Median Income $37,211 per capita
$169,200 Home Value $451,633 Zillow
$914 Median Rent 34.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$65,982 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$169,200 home value, $914/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,982
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $169,200
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population376
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density515/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,982
Per Capita$37,211
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$2,058M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$169,200
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$451,633
Rent Burden34.0%

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,304 ft (397 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+96.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband82.5%
Libraries1

Is Audubon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Audubon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Audubon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Audubon is $65,982, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Audubon is $169,200, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Audubon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 47.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Audubon has a population of 376 with a density of 515 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 13% Hispanic.

Population

376
Total Population
515
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Audubon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Audubon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Audubon is $65,982, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Audubon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,982
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,140
County GDP$2,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare95
Retail135
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Audubon is $169,200, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $451,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,200
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$451,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg
Rent Burden34.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Audubon, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.9%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate73.4%
Premature Death7,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Audubon has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall47.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,304 ft (397 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density515/sq mi
Coordinates46.8652°N, 95.9841°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin. 82.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density515/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants83
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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