Comstock, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Comstock is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 76. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
76 Population 330/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $35,547 per capita
$165,600 Home Value
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,600 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population76
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$35,547
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units34

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.2%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation923 ft (281 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute17 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries3

Is Comstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Comstock receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Comstock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Comstock is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Comstock is $165,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Comstock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Comstock has a population of 76 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

76
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Comstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Comstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Comstock is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Comstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Comstock is $165,600, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,600
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Comstock, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress9.5%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.9%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death7,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities178
Comstock has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 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) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation923 ft (281 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates46.6596°N, 96.7465°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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