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Easton, MN

Minnesota

Easton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 171. Residents earn $75,417 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
171 Population 180/sq mi density
$75,417 Median Income $33,023 per capita
$91,500 Home Value $224,311 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,417 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,500 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,417
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,417
Per Capita$33,023
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$788M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$224,311
Housing Units91
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.3%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+99.1%
Graduate+10.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Easton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Easton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Easton is $75,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Easton is $91,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Easton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Easton has a population of 171 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

171
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Easton is $75,417, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,417
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,023
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$64,356

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare47
Retail57
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Easton is $91,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,311.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$224,311

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units91
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In Easton, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death7,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities47
Easton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 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 Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates43.7661°N, 93.9000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+99.1%
Graduate Degree+10.9%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants34
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone91.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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