Foreston, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Foreston is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 735. Residents earn $94,219 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
735 Population 514/sq mi density
$94,219 Median Income $34,483 per capita
$247,900 Home Value $341,433 Zillow
$1,167 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$94,219 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$247,900 home value, $1,167/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,219
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $247,900
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.2%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,167
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population735
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density514/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$94,219
Per Capita$34,483
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,160M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,900
Rent$1,167
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$341,433
Housing Units259
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.4%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.2%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+13.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries3

Is Foreston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foreston 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, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Foreston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foreston is $94,219, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foreston is $247,900, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,167 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Foreston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches, including 48.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Foreston has a population of 735 with a density of 514 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

735
Total Population
514
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Foreston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foreston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foreston is $94,219, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Foreston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,219
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,483
Avg Weekly Wage$915
IRS Avg AGI$64,646

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)796
County GDP$1,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare80
Retail102
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Foreston is $247,900, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,167 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $341,433.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,900
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$341,433

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,167
0% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.6%
Housing Units259
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,858
10% above US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Foreston, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits67.1%
Premature Death11,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities80
Foreston has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg
Snowfall48.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,080 ft (329 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density514/sq mi
Coordinates45.7270°N, 93.7089°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.9-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.9%

Winner: Republican by 40.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.2%
19% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+13.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density514/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities80
Restaurants72
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.8%

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