Evan, MN

Minnesota

Evan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 78. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
78 Population 76/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $24,467 per capita
$54,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 5.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,000 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$24,467
Unemployment5.9%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$2,006M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units37

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking12.8%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+73.8%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute24 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries5

Is Evan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evan receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Evan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evan is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evan is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Evan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Evan has a population of 78 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

78
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Evan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evan is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Evan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,467
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$77,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)902
County GDP$2,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare93
Retail103
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Evan is $54,000, 81% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,000
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Housing Units37
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate6.89%
In Evan, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.0%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep28.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death4,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities93
Evan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,022 ft (312 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates44.3549°N, 94.8361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+73.8%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants66
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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