Coleraine, MN

Minnesota

Coleraine is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,888. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,888 Population 122/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $31,603 per capita
$179,900 Home Value $201,582 Zillow
$923 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$179,900 home value, $923/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,900
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $923
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,888
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density122/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$31,603
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,900
Rent$923
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,582

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Elevation1,334 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute20 min
Libraries6

Is Coleraine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coleraine receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Coleraine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coleraine is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coleraine is $179,900, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $923 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Coleraine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Coleraine has a population of 1,888 with a density of 122 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

1,888
Total Population
122
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
15.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Coleraine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coleraine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coleraine is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Coleraine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,603
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Coleraine is $179,900, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $923 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,582.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,900
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,582

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio126.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$923
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate2.52%
In Coleraine, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170

Crime Rates: Coleraine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Coleraine has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,334 ft (407 m)
Area15.4 sq mi (39.9 km²)
Population Density122/sq mi
Coordinates47.2587°N, 93.4539°W
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density122/sq mi
Total Area15.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Work from Home3.5%

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