Minnesota
Canton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 409. Residents earn $50,556 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Canton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Canton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Canton is $50,556, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in Canton is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Canton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,556 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,508 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $989 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,419 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.7% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 767 |
| County GDP | $1,354M |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,702 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.32% |
| Commute Time | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |
| Census Median | $88,400 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $243,586 |
| Median List Price | $134,900 |
| Median List Price | $134,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $96 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 100.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $583 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.0% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 82.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,702 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.32% |
| Obesity | 43.1% |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.9% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 4,480/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Annual Average | 43.5°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.6 inches |
| 2% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,343 ft (409 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 397/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.5298°N, 91.9300°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 19191 |
Winner: Republican by 9.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.3% |
| 52% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 397/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.1% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Restaurants | 60 |
| Retail Stores | 96 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 23.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 68.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 11.8% |