Erskine, MN

Minnesota

Erskine is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 445. Residents earn $32,083 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
445 Population 685/sq mi density
$32,083 Median Income $28,344 per capita
$102,100 Home Value $284,371 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,083 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$102,100 home value, $806/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,083
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,100
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density685/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,083
Per Capita$28,344
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$248M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,100
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$284,371
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,200 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+88.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband86.1%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Erskine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Erskine receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Erskine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Erskine is $32,083, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Erskine is $102,100, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Erskine has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Erskine has a population of 445 with a density of 685 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 6.1% Hispanic.

Population

445
Total Population
685
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Erskine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Erskine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Erskine is $32,083, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Erskine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,083
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,344
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$66,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$248M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Erskine is $102,100, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $284,371.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,100
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$284,371

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.9%

Property Tax

In Erskine, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death7,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities5

Crime Rates: Erskine vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Erskine has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,200 ft (366 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density685/sq mi
Coordinates47.6632°N, 96.0167°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density685/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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