Callaway, MN

Minnesota

Callaway is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 197. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
197 Population 313/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $27,016 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $246,859 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $792/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$27,016
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,058M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,859
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+88.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries1

Is Callaway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Callaway receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Callaway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Callaway is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Callaway is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 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

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Callaway has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 47.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Callaway has a population of 197 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.5%), with 34% Hispanic.

Population

197
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Callaway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Callaway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Callaway is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Callaway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,016
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,140
County GDP$2,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare95
Retail135
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Callaway is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,859.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,859

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Rate5.77%
In Callaway, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 28.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.6%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity28.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death7,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Callaway has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall47.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,374 ft (419 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates46.9812°N, 95.9173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants83
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone67.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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