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Blomkest, MN

Minnesota

Blomkest is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 146. Residents earn $58,875 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
146 Population 143/sq mi density
$58,875 Median Income $39,569 per capita
$104,200 Home Value
$1,344 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,875 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,200 home value, $1,344/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,875
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,344
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population146
Median Age57.1 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,875
Per Capita$39,569
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,200
Rent$1,344
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units104
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+86.1%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute14 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries4

Is Blomkest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blomkest receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Blomkest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blomkest is $58,875, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blomkest is $104,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,344 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Blomkest has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Blomkest has a population of 146 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 57.1 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%).

Population

146
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
57.1yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Blomkest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.8%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.2%
31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blomkest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blomkest is $58,875, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Blomkest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,875
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,569
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blomkest is $104,200, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,344 (16% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,344
16% above US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Blomkest, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56
Blomkest has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,136 ft (346 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates44.9428°N, 95.0235°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+86.1%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Drive Alone94.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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