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Deerwood, MN

Minnesota

Deerwood is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 649. Residents earn $62,679 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
649 Population 436/sq mi density
$62,679 Median Income $30,013 per capita
$214,700 Home Value $410,740 Zillow
$920 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,679 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$214,700 home value, $920/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,679
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $214,700
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.5%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,679
Per Capita$30,013
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$674M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,700
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$410,740
Housing Units298
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,254 ft (382 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries2

Is Deerwood a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deerwood is $62,679, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 8.1% 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 Deerwood is $214,700, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Deerwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Deerwood has a population of 649 with a density of 436 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

649
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Deerwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deerwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deerwood is $62,679, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Deerwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,679
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,013
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Deerwood is $214,700, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $410,740.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,700
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$410,740

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.4%
Housing Units298
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Deerwood, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep31.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Deerwood has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,254 ft (382 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates46.4673°N, 93.8985°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 30.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
9% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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