Dunnell, MN

Minnesota

Dunnell is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 189. Residents earn $29,408 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
189 Population 1,260/sq mi density
$29,408 Median Income $35,113 per capita
$48,900 Home Value $326,155 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$29,408 median income, 36.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,900 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,408
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,900
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 36.5%
914% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density1,260/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,408
Per Capita$35,113
Unemployment36.5%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$519M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$326,155

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute36 min
Broadband78.5%
Libraries3

Is Dunnell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunnell receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Dunnell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunnell is $29,408, 61% below the national average of $75,149. At 36.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunnell is $48,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Dunnell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Dunnell has a population of 189 with a density of 1,260 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

189
Total Population
1,260
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.6%
Female 70.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.7%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.3%
89% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunnell is $29,408, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 36.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Dunnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,408
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,113
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$63,021

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment36.5%
914% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$519M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare28
Retail43
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,190
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunnell is $48,900, 83% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $326,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,900
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$326,155

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$75
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio107.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,190
9% below US avg
Effective Rate6.52%
In Dunnell, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate70.5%
Premature Death7,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access79.7%
Healthcare Facilities28
Dunnell has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,260/sq mi
Coordinates43.5605°N, 94.7752°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 78.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,260/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants14
Retail Stores43

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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