Minnesota
Fosston is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,283. Residents earn $50,694 per year, which is 33% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fosston receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fosston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Fosston is $50,694, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Fosston is $126,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $846 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Fosston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,694 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,531 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,116 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,554 |
| Unemployment | 5.6% |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
| County GDP | $393M |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.82% |
| Commute Time | 14.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
| Census Median | $126,500 |
| 55% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $214,844 |
| Census Median Rent | $846 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 56.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,300 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.82% |
| Obesity | 40.3% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.4% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,847/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 38.8°F |
| 28% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.6 inches |
| 30% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,291 ft (393 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5851°N, 95.7527°W |
| County FIPS | 27029 |
Winner: Republican by 50.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 82.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 638/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 20 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 14.3 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |