De Graff, MN

Minnesota

De Graff is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 73. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
73 Population 88/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $41,853 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population73
Median Age59.8 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$41,853
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$800M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.8%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute22 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries3

Is De Graff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Graff receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. De Graff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Graff is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Graff is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

De Graff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°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 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

De Graff has a population of 73 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 59.8 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

73
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
59.8yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

De Graff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

De Graff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Graff is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: De Graff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$69,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail42
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in De Graff is $100,000, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In De Graff, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Graff vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits63.4%
Premature Death7,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities22
De Graff has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,057 ft (322 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.2599°N, 95.4684°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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