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Courtland, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Courtland is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 844. Residents earn $105,625 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
844 Population 323/sq mi density
$105,625 Median Income $48,777 per capita
$250,000 Home Value $318,628 Zillow
$971 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,625 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,000 home value, $971/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,625
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,000
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population844
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density323/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,625
Per Capita$48,777
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$1,983M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,000
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$318,628
Housing Units351
Rent Burden22.8%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking13.4%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation998 ft (304 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries3

Is Courtland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Courtland receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Courtland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Courtland is $105,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Courtland among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Courtland is $250,000, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Courtland 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 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Courtland has a population of 844 with a density of 323 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).

Population

844
Total Population
323
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.4%
Female 39.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Courtland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Courtland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Courtland is $105,625, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Courtland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,625
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,777
Avg Weekly Wage$1,081
IRS Avg AGI$79,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)849
County GDP$1,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare93
Retail83
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,641
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Courtland is $250,000, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $318,628.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,000
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$318,628

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% below US avg
Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units351
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,641
33% above US avg
Effective Rate1.86%
In Courtland, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death5,160/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access84.1%
Healthcare Facilities93
Courtland 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 32.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation998 ft (304 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density323/sq mi
Coordinates44.2753°N, 94.3424°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27103
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.5-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 48.8%

Winner: Republican by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density323/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants55
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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