Cyrus, MN

Minnesota

Cyrus is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 316. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
316 Population 1,170/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $31,372 per capita
$97,900 Home Value $252,979 Zillow
$650 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
42°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
$51,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,900 home value, $650/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $650
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population316
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density1,170/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$31,372
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$816M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,900
Rent$650
Ownership76.0%
Zillow$252,979
Rent Burden18.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,158 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+89.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute18 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries2

Is Cyrus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cyrus 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. Cyrus offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cyrus is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% 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 Cyrus is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cyrus has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cyrus has a population of 316 with a density of 1,170 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

316
Total Population
1,170
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Cyrus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cyrus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cyrus is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Cyrus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,372
Avg Weekly Wage$1,218
IRS Avg AGI$74,811

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)390
County GDP$816M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare41
Retail50
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,455
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cyrus is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below US avg). 76.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,979.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,979

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.0%
Owner-Occupied76.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,455
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Cyrus, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death3,965/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.7%
Healthcare Facilities41

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Cyrus has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,158 ft (353 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Coordinates45.6148°N, 95.7382°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 83.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+89.2%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,170/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants27
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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