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Elmdale, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Elmdale is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 185. Residents earn $141,250 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
185 Population 54/sq mi density
$141,250 Median Income $59,065 per capita
$268,800 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$141,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$268,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,250
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,250
Per Capita$59,065
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute30 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries10

Is Elmdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elmdale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Elmdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elmdale is $141,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Elmdale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elmdale is $268,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Elmdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Elmdale has a population of 185 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

185
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60%
Female 40%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elmdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmdale is $141,250, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Elmdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,250
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,065
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmdale is $268,800, 5% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,800
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.0%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Elmdale, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Elmdale has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates45.8340°N, 94.4942°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone88.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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