Minnesota
Dennison is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 214. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Dennison receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dennison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Dennison is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Dennison is $215,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,600 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Dennison has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,255 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,165 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,468 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,786 |
| County GDP | $4,083M |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Healthcare | 181 |
| Retail | 179 |
| Manufacturing | 76 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,496 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.09% |
| Commute Time | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |
| Census Median | $215,600 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $424,815 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,600 |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 21.3% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,496 |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.09% |
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.7% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.2% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,294/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 86.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 181 |
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 35.5 inches |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,040 ft (317 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4088°N, 93.0303°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27131 |
Winner: Republican by 2.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.0% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 171/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 181 |
| Restaurants | 136 |
| Retail Stores | 179 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 28.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 96.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.0% |