Cromwell, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Cromwell is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 379. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
379 Population 206/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $23,070 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $249,883 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$23,070
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$1,907M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,883
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Elevation1,305 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute40 min
Broadband74.4%
Libraries3

Is Cromwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cromwell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Cromwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cromwell is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cromwell is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 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

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cromwell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches, including 59.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cromwell has a population of 379 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

379
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cromwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cromwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cromwell is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Cromwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,070
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$67,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)816
County GDP$1,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare102
Retail99
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.4 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cromwell is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,883.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,883

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Cromwell, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death7,923/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities102

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Cromwell has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.2 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall59.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,305 ft (398 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates46.6793°N, 92.8709°W
County FIPS27017
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.6-point margin. 74.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants54
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.4 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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