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Bluffton, MN
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Bluffton, MN
At a Glance
How Bluffton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bluffton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bluffton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bluffton residents earn a median household income of $87,000 , which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,015. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,908 business establishments, including 165 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bluffton is $176,000 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $208,346. Median rent is $858/month, with 14.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Bluffton reports 193 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,327/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in Bluffton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bluffton has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.