Median Income $92,969

24% higher than US avg

Home Value $223,900

21% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.8%

38% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.6%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.2%

83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276

Median Age45.2 yrs

Density502/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+

Median Income$92,969

Per Capita$48,923

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty2.2%

County GDP$9,934M

Commute24 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$223,900

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$279,026

Housing Units162

Health

Obesity33.6%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking13.1%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain37.6 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation677 ft (206 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.8%

High School+95.0%

Graduate+5.9%

School Score6.63

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%

Commute24 min

Broadband88.9%

Libraries8

Is Dakota a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dakota receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dakota stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dakota is $92,969, 24% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% 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 Dakota is $223,900, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dakota experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Dakota has a population of 276 with a density of 502 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

276

Total Population

502

People / sq mi

45.2yrs

Median Age

16% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%

Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dakota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dakota vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dakota is $92,969, which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dakota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$92,969
	24% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$48,923
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,124
IRS Avg AGI	$81,484

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.2%
	83% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,551
County GDP	$9,934M

Business (County)

Restaurants	350
Healthcare	350
Retail	392
Manufacturing	148

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,845
	96% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.8 min
Drive Alone	84.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dakota is $223,900, 21% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,026.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$223,900
	21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$279,026

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,242
1 Bedroom	$1,405
2 Bedrooms	$1,709
3 Bedrooms	$2,262
4 Bedrooms	$2,531

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.9%
Housing Units	162
Median Year Built	1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,845
	96% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.06%

In Dakota, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.6%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	26.7%
Asthma	9.5%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.1%
	6% below US avg
Binge Drinking	23.5%
Physical Inactivity	19.1%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	10.1%
Short Sleep	28.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.6%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.2%
Dental Visits	70.2%
Premature Death	6,575/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	82.5%
Healthcare Facilities	350

Dakota has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.1°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.6 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	70.5%
Unhealthy Days	1

Geography

Elevation	677 ft (206 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density	502/sq mi
Coordinates	43.9115°N, 91.3614°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	55063

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.4-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%

D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.8%
	38% below US avg
High School+	95.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.9%
School Test Score	6.63

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	502/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	88.9%
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	350
Restaurants	350
Retail Stores	392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.8 min
Drive Alone	84.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.8%

Dakota, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dakota a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Dakota vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dakota vs U.S. Average

Income: Dakota vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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