Funkley, MN

Minnesota

Funkley is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 61. Residents earn $23,750 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
61 Population 80/sq mi density
$23,750 Median Income $14,928 per capita
$22,700 Home Value
38°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$23,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$22,700 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,750
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $22,700
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 85.3%
588% higher than US avg

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

People

Population61
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$23,750
Per Capita$14,928
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty85.3%
County GDP$968M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$22,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units24

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,392 ft (424 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+46.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute29 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1

Is Funkley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Funkley receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Funkley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Funkley is $23,750, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 85.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Funkley is $22,700, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Funkley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Funkley has a population of 61 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 11.5% Hispanic.

Population

61
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Funkley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Funkley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Funkley is $23,750, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 85.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Funkley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,750
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,928
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate85.3%
588% above US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate18.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Funkley is $22,700, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$22,700
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate18.28%
Funkley has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,392 ft (424 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates47.7868°N, 94.4266°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+46.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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