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Evansville, MN

Minnesota

Evansville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 631. Residents earn $39,063 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
631 Population 809/sq mi density
$39,063 Median Income $29,040 per capita
$145,000 Home Value $259,488 Zillow
$632 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,063 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$145,000 home value, $632/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,063
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,000
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.9%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population631
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density809/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,063
Per Capita$29,040
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty17.9%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,000
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,488
Housing Units322
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.2%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband76.9%
Libraries5

Is Evansville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evansville is $39,063, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 17.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evansville is $145,000, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Evansville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Evansville has a population of 631 with a density of 809 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

631
Total Population
809
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Evansville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evansville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evansville is $39,063, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Evansville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,063
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,040
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.9%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Evansville is $145,000, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,000
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,488

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.5%
Housing Units322
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Evansville, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181
Evansville has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density809/sq mi
Coordinates46.0060°N, 95.6880°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 76.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density809/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone90.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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