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Ellendale, MN

Minnesota

Ellendale is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 626. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
626 Population 754/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $42,205 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $294,598 Zillow
$820 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $820/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population626
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density754/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$42,205
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$1,740M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,598
Housing Units297
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries1

Is Ellendale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellendale receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Ellendale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellendale is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellendale is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ellendale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°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 35.8 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ellendale has a population of 626 with a density of 754 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 3.8% Hispanic.

Population

626
Total Population
754
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellendale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellendale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellendale is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Ellendale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,205
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$64,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)832
County GDP$1,740M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail131
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellendale is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,598.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,598

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%
Housing Units297
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Ellendale, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death7,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities66
Ellendale has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 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 Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density754/sq mi
Coordinates43.8727°N, 93.2993°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density754/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home12.1%

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