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Borup, MN

Minnesota

Borup is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 137. Residents earn $42,386 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
137 Population 548/sq mi density
$42,386 Median Income $21,160 per capita
$61,100 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$42,386 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,100 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,386
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,100
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.6%
42% higher than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density548/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,386
Per Capita$21,160
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.6%
County GDP$246M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units58
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking16.3%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation909 ft (277 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute13 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Borup a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Borup receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Borup offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Borup is $42,386, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Borup is $61,100, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Borup has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Borup has a population of 137 with a density of 548 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.9%), with 21.9% Hispanic.

Population

137
Total Population
548
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Borup vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Borup vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Borup is $42,386, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Borup vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,386
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,160
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.6%
42% above US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Borup is $61,100, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,100
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.2%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Borup, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Dentists1:1,594
Mental Health1:6,329
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death7,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Borup has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 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) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation909 ft (277 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density548/sq mi
Coordinates47.1803°N, 96.5058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density548/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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