Donnelly, MN

Minnesota

Donnelly is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 246. Residents earn $81,458 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
246 Population 88/sq mi density
$81,458 Median Income $35,145 per capita
$97,300 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
42°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
4.6 / 5.0
$81,458 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,300 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $97,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population246
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density88/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$35,145
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$367M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,300
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units133
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.6%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries1

Is Donnelly a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donnelly 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. Donnelly stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donnelly is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donnelly is $97,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Donnelly has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Donnelly has a population of 246 with a density of 88 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

246
Total Population
88
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Donnelly vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donnelly vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donnelly is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Donnelly vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,458
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,145
Avg Weekly Wage$950
IRS Avg AGI$70,453

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)261
County GDP$367M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare20
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Donnelly is $97,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,300
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,150
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Donnelly, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep30.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death9,076/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access47.8%
Healthcare Facilities20
Donnelly has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density88/sq mi
Coordinates45.6893°N, 96.0143°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.6-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.2%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 30.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density88/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants11
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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