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Clitherall, MN

Minnesota

Clitherall is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 95. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
95 Population 500/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $26,472 per capita
$78,300 Home Value $403,449 Zillow
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,300 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population95
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$26,472
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$403,449
Housing Units56
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,340 ft (408 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries5

Is Clitherall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Clitherall receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Clitherall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Clitherall is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Clitherall is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Clitherall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°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 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Clitherall has a population of 95 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

95
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Clitherall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Clitherall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Clitherall is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Clitherall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,472
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Clitherall is $78,300, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $403,449.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,300
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$403,449

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
In Clitherall, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181
Clitherall has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,340 ft (408 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates46.2737°N, 95.6333°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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