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Dovray, MN

Minnesota

Dovray is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 40. Residents earn $49,063 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
40 Population 160/sq mi density
$49,063 Median Income $39,933 per capita
$51,700 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,063 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,700 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,063
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,700
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age69.0 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,063
Per Capita$39,933
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$721M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units41
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,512 ft (461 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute15 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries2

Is Dovray a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dovray receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dovray offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dovray is $49,063, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dovray is $51,700, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dovray has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.2 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dovray has a population of 40 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 69.0 years, 77% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

40
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
69.0yrs
Median Age
77% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40%
Female 60%

Race & Ethnicity

Dovray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dovray vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dovray is $49,063, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Dovray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,063
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,933
Avg Weekly Wage$943
IRS Avg AGI$76,683

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)341
County GDP$721M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare16
Retail40
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,845
19% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Dovray is $51,700, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,700
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,845
19% below US avg
Effective Rate5.50%
In Dovray, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.1%
Dental Visits68.8%
Premature Death5,092/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access56.7%
Healthcare Facilities16
Dovray has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.2 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) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.2 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,512 ft (461 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates44.0545°N, 95.5477°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone92.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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