Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Fisher is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 426. Residents earn $91,438 per year, which is 22% above the national average.
Based on current data, Fisher receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Fisher stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Fisher is $91,438, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Fisher is $180,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Fisher 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 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,438 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,052 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,261 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,029 |
| County GDP | $1,694M |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Healthcare | 101 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,349 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
| Census Median | $180,600 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $249,070 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,044 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.2% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,349 |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
| Obesity | 37.7% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.6% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,266/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 71.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 40.1°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 22.4 inches |
| 41% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 854 ft (260 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 991/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.7992°N, 96.7995°W |
| County FIPS | 27119 |
Winner: Republican by 33.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.8% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 991/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.4 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.7% |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 101 |
| Restaurants | 61 |
| Retail Stores | 96 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |