Chandler, MN

Minnesota

Chandler is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 322. Residents earn $77,188 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 408/sq mi density
$77,188 Median Income $30,261 per capita
$102,900 Home Value
$823 Median Rent 13.9% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$77,188 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,900 home value, $823/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,188
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $102,900
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,188
Per Capita$30,261
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$1,897M
Commute10 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,900
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units127
Rent Burden13.9%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking14.3%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+65.4%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute10 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries2

Is Chandler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chandler receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Chandler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chandler is $77,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chandler is $102,900, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Chandler has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Chandler has a population of 322 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.3%), with 1.9% Black.

Population

322
Total Population
408
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chandler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.2%
30% below US avg
Spanish44.8%
234% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chandler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chandler is $77,188, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 10 minutes.

Income: Chandler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,188
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,261
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$67,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)638
County GDP$1,897M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare72
Retail93
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.1 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chandler is $102,900, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,900
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg
Rent Burden13.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units127
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.33%
In Chandler, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD5.0%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.0%
Dental Visits61.6%
Premature Death6,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities72
Chandler has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,693 ft (516 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density408/sq mi
Coordinates43.9306°N, 95.9512°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.6-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+65.4%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density408/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants42
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.1 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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