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Dumont, MN

Minnesota

Dumont is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 138. Residents earn $127,813 per year, which is 70% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
138 Population 321/sq mi density
$127,813 Median Income $52,774 per capita
$137,500 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$127,813 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,813
70% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density321/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,813
Per Capita$52,774
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$348M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden24.1%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking17.0%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+99.0%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute11 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries2

Is Dumont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dumont receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Dumont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dumont is $127,813, which is significantly higher than the national average — 70% above $75,149. This places Dumont among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dumont is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dumont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 11°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 25.3 inches, including 42.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dumont has a population of 138 with a density of 321 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

138
Total Population
321
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dumont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dumont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dumont is $127,813, which is 70% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Dumont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,813
70% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,774
Avg Weekly Wage$941
IRS Avg AGI$75,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)154
County GDP$348M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare10
Retail27
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,440
30% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.4 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dumont is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,440
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Dumont, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Dentists1:1,638
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits62.4%
Premature Death8,353/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access59.3%
Healthcare Facilities10
Dumont has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall42.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density321/sq mi
Coordinates45.7174°N, 96.4231°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.2%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+99.0%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density321/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants5
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.4 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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