Calumet, MN

Minnesota

Calumet is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 219. Residents earn $40,833 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
219 Population 122/sq mi density
$40,833 Median Income $29,133 per capita
$102,600 Home Value
$645 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$40,833 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,600 home value, $645/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$29,133
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,600
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+89.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries6

Is Calumet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calumet receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Calumet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calumet is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calumet is $102,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Calumet 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. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Calumet has a population of 219 with a density of 122 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 (87.7%), with 10% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.4%
Female 61.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Calumet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calumet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calumet is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Calumet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,833
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,133
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% 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 Rate4.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Calumet is $102,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,600
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$645
45% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.42%
In Calumet, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170
Calumet 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,378 ft (420 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates47.3220°N, 93.2642°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 84.4% 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+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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