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Bejou, MN

Minnesota

Bejou is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 94. Residents earn $43,000 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
94 Population 324/sq mi density
$43,000 Median Income $20,728 per capita
$146,900 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,000 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$146,900 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,000
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,900
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,000
Per Capita$20,728
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$249M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units43
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking19.8%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries1

Is Bejou a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bejou receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bejou offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bejou is $43,000, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bejou is $146,900, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bejou has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bejou has a population of 94 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 10.6% Hispanic.

Population

94
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.8%
Female 37.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bejou vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bejou vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bejou is $43,000, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bejou vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,000
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,728
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bejou is $146,900, 48% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,900
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied80.6%
Housing Units43
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Bejou, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD7.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep29.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate64.4%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death19,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Bejou has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,225 ft (373 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates47.4429°N, 95.9727°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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