Flensburg, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Flensburg is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 213. Residents earn $107,500 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
213 Population 31/sq mi density
$107,500 Median Income $44,484 per capita
$188,100 Home Value
$631 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$107,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$188,100 home value, $631/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,500
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $188,100
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,500
Per Capita$44,484
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,100
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units97
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries10

Is Flensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flensburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Flensburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flensburg is $107,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places Flensburg among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flensburg is $188,100, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Flensburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Flensburg has a population of 213 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%).

Population

213
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Flensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Flensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flensburg is $107,500, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Flensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,500
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,484
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Flensburg is $188,100, 33% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,100
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units97
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Flensburg, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Flensburg has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates45.9476°N, 94.5305°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+92.7%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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