Minnesota
Cottonwood is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,120. Residents earn $90,750 per year, which is 21% above the national average.
Based on current data, Cottonwood receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Cottonwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Cottonwood is $90,750, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Cottonwood is $180,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Cottonwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 51.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 93.8% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.2% |
| 54% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $90,750 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,540 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $954 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,153 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 388 |
| County GDP | $784M |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,238 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
| Commute Time | 15.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $180,200 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $240,666 |
| Median List Price | $127,500 |
| Median List Price | $127,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $89 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.9% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
| Census Median Rent | $914 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Studio | $671 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $973 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,353 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,415 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,238 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
| Obesity | 38.1% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.7% |
| Premature Death | 8,670/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 44.7°F |
| 17% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.6 inches |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 51.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,071 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.6110°N, 95.6719°W |
| County FIPS | 27173 |
Winner: Republican by 40.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.1% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.99 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,120/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Retail Stores | 46 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 15.0 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |