Eitzen, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Eitzen is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 284. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
284 Population 466/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $27,440 per capita
$117,700 Home Value
$542 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,700 home value, $542/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,700
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$27,440
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$810M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,700
Rent$542
Ownership82.1%
Rent Burden18.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation1,167 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+97.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute32 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries5

Is Eitzen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eitzen receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Eitzen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eitzen is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eitzen is $117,700, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Eitzen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 34.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Eitzen has a population of 284 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Eitzen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.2%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.8%
12% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eitzen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eitzen is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Eitzen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,440
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$810M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare50
Retail52
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Eitzen is $117,700, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). 82.1% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,700
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.1%
Owner-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.52%
In Eitzen, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,148/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Eitzen has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.5°F
10% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall34.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,167 ft (356 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates43.5084°N, 91.4650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants29
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.4%

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