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Frontenac, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Frontenac is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 174. Residents earn $87,500 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
174 Population 95/sq mi density
$87,500 Median Income $41,610 per capita
$330,000 Home Value $322,286 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$87,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$330,000 home value, $1,125/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
39.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $330,000
17% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.3%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population174
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$41,610
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$1,545M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$330,000
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,286
Housing Units81
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking13.3%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation780 ft (238 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.3%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+12.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 40%
Commute33 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries5

Is Frontenac a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frontenac receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Frontenac stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frontenac is $87,500, 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 2.3%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frontenac is $330,000, 17% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Frontenac has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 12°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 35.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Frontenac has a population of 174 with a density of 95 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

174
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Frontenac vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish14.9%
11% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Frontenac vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frontenac is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Frontenac vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,500
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,610
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$86,110

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,024
County GDP$1,545M

Business (County)

Restaurants110
Healthcare78
Retail97
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Frontenac is $330,000, 17% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,286.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$330,000
17% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,286

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,822
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Frontenac, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death5,140/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities78
Frontenac has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average42.3°F
22% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.9 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates44.5038°N, 92.3526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 40.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.3%
17% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+12.9%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants110
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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