Eagle Bend, MN

Minnesota

Eagle Bend is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 620. Residents earn $48,924 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
620 Population 459/sq mi density
$48,924 Median Income $25,640 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $230,964 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,924 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,924
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population620
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,924
Per Capita$25,640
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,964
Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,363 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+95.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband66.8%
Libraries5

Is Eagle Bend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Bend receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Eagle Bend offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eagle Bend is $48,924, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eagle Bend is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Bend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Eagle Bend has a population of 620 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.1%).

Population

620
Total Population
459
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Bend is $48,924, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Eagle Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,924
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,640
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Eagle Bend is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,964.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,964

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.44%
In Eagle Bend, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate70.3%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181

Crime Rates: Eagle Bend vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Eagle Bend has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates46.1643°N, 95.0341°W
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 66.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density459/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home4.2%

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