Blackduck, MN

Minnesota

Blackduck is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 715. Residents earn $35,417 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
715 Population 307/sq mi density
$35,417 Median Income $24,535 per capita
$138,800 Home Value $139,498 Zillow
$749 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$35,417 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$138,800 home value, $749/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,417
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,800
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $749
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.1%
167% higher than US avg

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

People

Population715
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density307/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$35,417
Per Capita$24,535
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty33.1%
County GDP$968M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$138,800
Rent$749
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$139,498
Housing Units351
Rent Burden32.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,637/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary504/100K

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking18.1%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries1

Is Blackduck a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blackduck is $35,417, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 33.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blackduck is $138,800, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Blackduck is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,637 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Blackduck has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Blackduck has a population of 715 with a density of 307 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 16.1% Hispanic.

Population

715
Total Population
307
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.9%
Female 60.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackduck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blackduck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackduck is $35,417, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Blackduck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,417
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,535
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.1%
167% above US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Blackduck is $138,800, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $749 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $139,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,800
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$139,498

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$749
36% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.3%
Housing Units351
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Blackduck, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death6,268/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Blackduck has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,637 per 100,000 (16% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,637.3/100K
16% below US avg
Burglary503.8/100K
Theft1,133.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Blackduck has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,371 ft (418 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density307/sq mi
Coordinates47.7209°N, 94.5455°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density307/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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