Crosby, MN

Minnesota

Crosby is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,253. Residents earn $43,250 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,253 Population 761/sq mi density
$43,250 Median Income $37,194 per capita
$175,600 Home Value $193,065 Zillow
$838 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
254 Violent Crime/100K 4,191 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$175,600 home value, $838/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
254 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,250
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $175,600
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 254/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,253
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,250
Per Capita$37,194
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$674M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$175,600
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,065

Crime

F
Violent254/100K
Property4,191/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault212/100K
Burglary466/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,255 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+89.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute24 min
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Crosby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crosby receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crosby has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crosby is $43,250, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crosby is $175,600, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Crosby is below the national average at 254 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,191 per 100,000, 114% above the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Crosby has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Crosby has a population of 2,253 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

2,253
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Crosby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crosby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crosby is $43,250, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Crosby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,250
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,194
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Crosby is $175,600, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,065.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,600
38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,065

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% 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-Occupied54.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Crosby, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Crosby has a violent crime rate of 254 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,191 per 100,000 (114% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent254.0/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape42.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault211.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,191.4/100K
114% above US avg
Burglary465.7/100K
Theft3,725.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Crosby has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,255 ft (383 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates46.4933°N, 93.9457°W
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Work from Home1.6%

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