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Cedar Mills, MN

Minnesota

Cedar Mills is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 30.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
30 Population 94/sq mi density
$96,700 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population30
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans24.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,267
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$2,397M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$96,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+78.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries4

Is Cedar Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Mills receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Cedar Mills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Mills is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Mills has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cedar Mills has a population of 30 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

30
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cedar Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Mills is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cedar Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,267
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,945

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,049
County GDP$2,397M

Business (County)

Restaurants68
Healthcare124
Retail133
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Mills is $96,700, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Cedar Mills, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,361
Dentists1:1,266
Mental Health1:375
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death5,843/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities124
Cedar Mills has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall37.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates44.9429°N, 94.5201°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.1%
D 30.2%

Winner: Republican by 38 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+78.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants68
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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