Ellsworth, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Lyon County County
Ellsworth, MN
At a Glance
How Ellsworth Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ellsworth's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ellsworth a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ellsworth residents earn a median household income of $58,438 , which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,704. The unemployment rate stands at 1.3% (64% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 553 business establishments, including 24 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ellsworth is $85,700 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $240,607. Median rent is $631/month, with 36.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1954.
Education
14.6% of adults in Ellsworth hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ellsworth has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.