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Coates, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Coates is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 111. Residents earn $79,583 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
111 Population 74/sq mi density
$79,583 Median Income $37,013 per capita
$236,800 Home Value
$1,109 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$79,583 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$236,800 home value, $1,109/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,583
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $236,800
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density74/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,583
Per Capita$37,013
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$37,138M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$236,800
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.2%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute25 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries10

Is Coates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coates receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Coates offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coates is $79,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coates is $236,800, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Coates has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Coates has a population of 111 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

111
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coates is $79,583, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Coates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,583
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,013
Avg Weekly Wage$1,400
IRS Avg AGI$96,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)11,950
County GDP$37,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants748
Healthcare1,340
Retail1,196
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,014
43% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Coates is $236,800, 16% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,800
16% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,014
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Coates, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep27.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,656
Dentists1:1,348
Mental Health1:408
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits70.3%
Premature Death5,146/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access96.9%
Healthcare Facilities1,340
Coates has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 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) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates44.7151°N, 93.0321°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.9-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 55.4%

Winner: Democrat by 12.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density74/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities1,340
Restaurants748
Retail Stores1,196

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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