Fish Lake, MN

Minnesota

Fish Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 57. Residents earn $94,375 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
57 Population 63/sq mi density
$94,375 Median Income $84,772 per capita
$383,300 Home Value
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$94,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$383,300 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,375
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $383,300
36% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.2%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density63/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,375
Per Capita$84,772
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$881M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$383,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units69

Health

Obesity25.2%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking9.7%
Depression17.6%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,429 ft (436 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries3

Is Fish Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fish Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Fish Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fish Lake is $94,375, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fish Lake is $383,300, 36% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Fish Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 43.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fish Lake has a population of 57 with a density of 63 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

57
Total Population
63
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fish Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fish Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fish Lake is $94,375, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fish Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,375
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,772
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$72,550

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$881M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,615
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fish Lake is $383,300, 36% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$383,300
36% above 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units69
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,615
25% below US avg
Effective Rate0.68%
In Fish Lake, 25.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 9.7% are current smokers. 17.6% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fish Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.2%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure21.6%
Asthma7.3%
COPD3.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.7%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression17.6%
Mental Distress11.4%
Physical Distress8.1%
Short Sleep22.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Checkup Rate54.5%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities27
Fish Lake has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall43.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,429 ft (436 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density63/sq mi
Coordinates43.8386°N, 95.0470°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 42.1-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density63/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants22
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone79.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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