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Bovey, MN

Minnesota

Bovey is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 690. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
690 Population 300/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $28,950 per capita
$103,400 Home Value $131,300 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 26.2% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,400 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population690
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$28,950
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,400
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,300
Housing Units313
Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,359 ft (414 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Broadband78.4%
Libraries6

Is Bovey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bovey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Bovey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bovey is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bovey is $103,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bovey has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°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 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bovey has a population of 690 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.5%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

690
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bovey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bovey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bovey is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Bovey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,950
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bovey is $103,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,300.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.9%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.38%
In Bovey, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep30.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170
Bovey has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,359 ft (414 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates47.2981°N, 93.4052°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 78.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit4.1%
Work from Home5.2%

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