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Burtrum, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Burtrum is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 94. Residents earn $38,542 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
94 Population 165/sq mi density
$38,542 Median Income $31,676 per capita
$88,900 Home Value $296,692 Zillow
$780 Median Rent 45.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$38,542 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,900 home value, $780/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,542
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,900
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $780
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population94
Median Age56.3 yrs
Density165/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,542
Per Capita$31,676
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,900
Rent$780
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,692
Housing Units60
Rent Burden45.5%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.2%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,275 ft (389 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+86.1%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute17 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries10

Is Burtrum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burtrum receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Burtrum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burtrum is $38,542, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burtrum is $88,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% 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

Burtrum 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 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Burtrum has a population of 94 with a density of 165 people per square mile. The median age is 56.3 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

94
Total Population
165
People / sq mi
56.3yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Burtrum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Burtrum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burtrum is $38,542, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Burtrum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,542
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,676
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone59.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burtrum is $88,900, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $780 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,692.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,900
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,692

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$780
33% below US avg
Rent Burden45.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate5.74%
In Burtrum, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep30.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.7%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Burtrum 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 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 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 Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,275 ft (389 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density165/sq mi
Coordinates45.8658°N, 94.6874°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+86.1%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density165/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone59.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home21.3%

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