Cleveland, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Cleveland is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 622. Residents earn $83,281 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
622 Population 1,131/sq mi density
$83,281 Median Income $33,621 per capita
$204,200 Home Value $370,940 Zillow
$735 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,281 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$204,200 home value, $735/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,281
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population622
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,131/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,281
Per Capita$33,621
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,243M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,200
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$370,940
Housing Units273
Rent Burden38.8%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband96.4%
Libraries6

Is Cleveland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cleveland is $83,281, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cleveland is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 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

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cleveland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cleveland has a population of 622 with a density of 1,131 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

622
Total Population
1,131
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cleveland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cleveland is $83,281, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cleveland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,281
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,621
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$81,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)790
County GDP$1,243M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare67
Retail78
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cleveland is $204,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $370,940.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,200
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$370,940

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$204
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Cleveland, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities67
Cleveland has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,131/sq mi
Coordinates44.3236°N, 93.8353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 96.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,131/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants44
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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