Frost, MN

Minnesota

Frost is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 300. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
300 Population 682/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $31,788 per capita
$71,800 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,800 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$31,788
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$788M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute23 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries4

Is Frost a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Frost receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Frost offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Frost is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Frost is $71,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Frost experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Frost has a population of 300 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

300
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Frost vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Frost vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Frost is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Frost vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,788
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$64,356

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare47
Retail57
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Frost is $71,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,800
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Frost, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death7,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities47
Frost has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,131 ft (345 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates43.5846°N, 93.9247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants34
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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