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Felton, MN

Minnesota

Felton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 182. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 180/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $28,357 per capita
$142,600 Home Value
$604 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,600 home value, $604/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,600
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $604
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density180/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$28,357
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$246M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,600
Rent$604
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units77
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity32.3%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.5%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation913 ft (278 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Felton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Felton receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Felton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Felton is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% 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 Felton is $142,600, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $604 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Felton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°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 24.7 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Felton has a population of 182 with a density of 180 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 10.4% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
180
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Felton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Felton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Felton is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Felton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,357
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Felton is $142,600, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $604 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,600
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$604
48% 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-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Felton, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep32.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death7,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Felton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density180/sq mi
Coordinates47.0750°N, 96.5057°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density180/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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