Home Value $218,800

22% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.3%

40% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.7%

33% higher than US avg

Unemployment 16.9%

369% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 57.1%

360% higher than US avg

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

People

Population122

Median Age44.5 yrs

Density44/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 47%

Veterans74.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,338

Unemployment16.9%

Poverty57.1%

County GDP$2,579M

Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$218,800

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units80

Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity42.7%

Uninsured11.0%

Smoking26.0%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain27.7 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,302 ft (397 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.3%

High School+95.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%

Commute32 min

Broadband53.0%

Libraries6

Is Ball Club a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ball Club receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Ball Club has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 16.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 57.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ball Club is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ball Club has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ball Club has a population of 122 with a density of 44 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (53.3%), with 46.7% White.

Population

122

Total Population

People / sq mi

44.5yrs

Median Age

14% above US avg

2.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%

Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Ball Club vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ball Club vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ball Club is N/A. The unemployment rate is 16.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 57.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ball Club vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,338
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,040
IRS Avg AGI	$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	16.9%
	369% above US avg
Poverty Rate	57.1%
	360% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,352
County GDP	$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants	107
Healthcare	170
Retail	178
Manufacturing	36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,534
	30% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ball Club is $218,800, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$218,800
	22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	34.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	96.2%
Housing Units	80
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,534
	30% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.07%

In Ball Club, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 26.0% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ball Club vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.7%
	33% above US avg
Diabetes	16.4%
Heart Disease	7.9%
High Blood Pressure	35.5%
Asthma	12.5%
COPD	7.1%
Cancer	6.2%
Stroke	4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	26.0%
	86% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.4%
Physical Inactivity	30.0%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	20.0%
Physical Distress	16.4%
Short Sleep	36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.0%
	28% above US avg
Primary Care	1:980
Dentists	1:1,256
Mental Health	1:289
Checkup Rate	71.7%
Dental Visits	49.8%
Premature Death	9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	65.9%
Healthcare Facilities	170

Ball Club has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	39.6°F
	27% below US avg
January Average	8°F (-14°C)
July Average	67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	27.7 inches
	27% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,302 ft (397 m)
Area	2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density	44/sq mi
Coordinates	47.3311°N, 93.9461°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27061

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%

D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.3%
	40% below US avg
High School+	95.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	44/sq mi
Total Area	2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	53.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	170
Restaurants	107
Retail Stores	178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ball Club, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ball Club a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ball Club vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ball Club vs U.S. Average

Income: Ball Club vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Ball Club vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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