Fisher, MN

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.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
426 Population 991/sq mi density
$91,438 Median Income $42,159 per capita
$180,600 Home Value $249,070 Zillow
$1,044 Median Rent 25.2% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,438 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,600 home value, $1,044/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,438
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $180,600
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,044
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population426
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density991/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,438
Per Capita$42,159
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,694M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,600
Rent$1,044
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,070
Rent Burden25.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.4 in/yr
Elevation854 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+97.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries6

Is Fisher a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Fisher has a population of 426 with a density of 991 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

426
Total Population
991
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fisher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fisher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fisher is $91,438, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fisher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,438
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052
IRS Avg AGI$71,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,029
County GDP$1,694M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare101
Retail96
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,349
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fisher is $180,600, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,600
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,070

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,044
10% below US avg
Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,349
24% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Fisher, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,266/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access71.8%
Healthcare Facilities101

Crime Rates: Fisher vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Fisher has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.4 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation854 ft (260 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density991/sq mi
Coordinates47.7992°N, 96.7995°W
County FIPS27119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.3%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density991/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities101
Restaurants61
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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