Freeport, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Freeport is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 827. Residents earn $87,396 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
827 Population 695/sq mi density
$87,396 Median Income $54,589 per capita
$214,600 Home Value $397,198 Zillow
$713 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,396 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,600 home value, $713/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,396
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.9%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population827
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density695/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans1.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,396
Per Capita$54,589
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,600
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$397,198
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,228 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.9%
High School+94.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries10

Is Freeport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Freeport receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Freeport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Freeport is $87,396, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Freeport is $214,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 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.

Education

22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Freeport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Freeport has a population of 827 with a density of 695 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

827
Total Population
695
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Freeport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Freeport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Freeport is $87,396, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Freeport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,396
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,589
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% 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 Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Freeport is $214,600, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $397,198.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,600
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$397,198
Median List Price$185,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$185,000
$/Sq Ft$167
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Freeport, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Freeport has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,228 ft (374 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density695/sq mi
Coordinates45.6603°N, 94.6828°W
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 85.3% 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+22.9%
32% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density695/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home8.1%

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