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Emmons, MN

Minnesota

Emmons is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 320. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
320 Population 376/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $33,850 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $175,633 Zillow
$740 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $740/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$33,850
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$1,740M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,633
Housing Units162
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking14.8%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute18 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries1

Is Emmons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emmons receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Emmons offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emmons is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emmons is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Emmons 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.

Emmons has a population of 320 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

320
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Emmons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emmons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emmons is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Emmons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,850
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$64,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above 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 Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emmons is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,633.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$175,633

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$82
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Emmons, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.3%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death7,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities66
Emmons 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

Elevation1,292 ft (394 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates43.5082°N, 93.4842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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