Emily, MN

Minnesota

Emily is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 659. Residents earn $73,563 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
659 Population 22/sq mi density
$73,563 Median Income $45,621 per capita
$344,700 Home Value $359,386 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 249 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,563 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$344,700 home value, $1,375/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,563
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $344,700
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.2%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population659
Median Age62.2 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,563
Per Capita$45,621
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$674M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$344,700
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$359,386
Housing Units994
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,275 ft (389 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.2%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+10.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries2

Is Emily a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emily is $73,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emily is $344,700, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Emily has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Emily has a population of 659 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 62.2 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

659
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
62.2yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
30.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Emily vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emily vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emily is $73,563, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Emily vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,563
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,621
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone62.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Emily is $344,700, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $359,386.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,700
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$359,386

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.4%
Housing Units994
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.02%
In Emily, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits71.2%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Emily has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.9 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.6°F
25% below US avg
January Average10°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.9 inches
16% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,275 ft (389 m)
Area30.0 sq mi (77.6 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates46.7690°N, 93.9805°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 32.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.2%
4% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+10.3%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area30.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone62.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home31.2%

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