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Climax, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Climax is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 184. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 196/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $23,425 per capita
$111,300 Home Value $198,464 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $725/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
28.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.0%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age26.0 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,425
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$1,694M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,464
Housing Units79
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.9%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.0%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute19 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries6

Is Climax a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Climax receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Climax offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Climax is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 15.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Climax is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Climax has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Climax has a population of 184 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 26.0 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%).

Population

184
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
26.0yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Climax vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Climax vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Climax is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Climax vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,425
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$71,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,029
County GDP$1,694M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare101
Retail96
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,349
24% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Climax is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,464.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,464

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.2%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,349
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Climax, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,809
Dentists1:2,195
Mental Health1:371
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits68.9%
Premature Death7,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities101
Climax has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates47.6095°N, 96.8122°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.0%
17% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants61
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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