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Forada, MN

Minnesota

Forada is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 140. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
140 Population 259/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $44,891 per capita
$233,300 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$233,300 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $233,300
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$44,891
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$2,860M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$233,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units110
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.1%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute36 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Forada a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forada receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Forada offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forada is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Forada is $233,300, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Forada has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°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 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Forada has a population of 140 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.1% Black.

Population

140
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Forada vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Forada vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forada is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Forada vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$44,891
Avg Weekly Wage$1,097
IRS Avg AGI$83,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,499
County GDP$2,860M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare155
Retail216
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Forada is $233,300, 17% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,300
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

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 Units110
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Forada, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep31.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:892
Dentists1:1,322
Mental Health1:408
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death6,113/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities155
Forada has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.1 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates45.7887°N, 95.3568°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.1-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants124
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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