Median Income $62,500

17% lower than US avg

Home Value $65,000

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.5%

11% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.2%

39% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.7%

46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population112

Median Age36.2 yrs

Density487/mi²

Male / Female65% / 35%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans80.0%

Economy

Median Income$62,500

Per Capita$37,045

Unemployment2.2%

Poverty6.7%

County GDP$2,006M

Commute38 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$65,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units68

Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity35.5%

Uninsured8.7%

Smoking15.3%

Depression26.8%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain29.6 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,149 ft (350 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+81.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute38 min

Broadband58.0%

Libraries5

Is Darfur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Darfur receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Darfur stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Darfur is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Darfur is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Darfur has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Darfur has a population of 112 with a density of 487 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%).

Population

112

Total Population

487

People / sq mi

36.2yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%

Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Darfur 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

Darfur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Darfur is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Darfur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$62,500
	17% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$37,045
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,066
IRS Avg AGI	$77,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.2%
	39% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.7%
	46% below US avg
Establishments (County)	902
County GDP	$2,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants	66
Healthcare	93
Retail	103
Manufacturing	40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,718
	6% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	37.6 min
Drive Alone	23.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Darfur is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$65,000
	77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	77.6%
Housing Units	68
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,718
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.72%

In Darfur, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.5%
	11% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	27.6%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	5.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.8%
Physical Inactivity	24.3%
Depression	26.8%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.7%
	1% above US avg
Checkup Rate	73.1%
Dental Visits	65.1%
Premature Death	4,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	82.4%
Healthcare Facilities	93

Darfur has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	44.4°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	29.6 inches
	22% below US avg
Snowfall	42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,149 ft (350 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	487/sq mi
Coordinates	44.0535°N, 94.8378°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27015

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%

D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	81.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	487/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	93
Restaurants	66
Retail Stores	103

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	37.6 min
Drive Alone	23.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	15.9%

Darfur, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Darfur a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Darfur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Darfur vs U.S. Average

Income: Darfur 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: Darfur 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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