Currie, MN

Minnesota

Currie is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 242. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
242 Population 440/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $26,617 per capita
$71,500 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,500 home value, $960/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population242
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$26,617
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$721M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,500
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Elevation1,502 ft (458 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+87.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries2

Is Currie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Currie receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Currie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Currie is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Currie is $71,500, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Currie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Currie has a population of 242 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

242
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Currie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Currie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Currie is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Currie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,617
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$76,683

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)341
County GDP$721M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare16
Retail40
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,845
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Currie is $71,500, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,500
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,845
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Currie, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death5,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities16
Currie has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,502 ft (458 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates44.0705°N, 95.6669°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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