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Garfield, MN

Minnesota · Douglas County

Garfield is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 295. Residents earn $70,250 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
295 Population 364/sq mi density
$70,250 Median Income $42,423 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $352,090 Zillow
$477 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
222 Violent Crime/100K 3,748 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$70,250 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $477/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
222 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $70,250
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 222/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $477
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.1%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density364/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$70,250
Per Capita$42,423
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,860M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$477
Ownership87.1%
Zillow$352,090
Housing Units170
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

F
Violent222/100K
Property3,748/100K

Health

Obesity33.1%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking11.6%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,429 ft (436 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+99.1%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score6.93

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband73.7%
EV Stations9
Libraries1

Is Garfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garfield receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Garfield has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garfield is $70,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garfield is $162,500, 42% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $477 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Garfield is below the national average at 222 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,748 per 100,000, 91% above the national average.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Garfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Garfield has a population of 295 with a density of 364 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99% of residents. 8.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 18.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

295
Total Population
364
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Garfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish 1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garfield is $70,250, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,423. The average weekly wage is $1,097, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,499 business establishments, including 124 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 7.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Garfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,250
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,423
Avg Weekly Wage$1,097
IRS Avg AGI$83,113
Gini Index0.438 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,499
County GDP$2,860M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare155
Retail216
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Garfield is $162,500, 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,090, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $477 (59% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 87.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 170 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1954. The average annual property tax is $5,084 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 20.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$352,090

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$477
59% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.1%
Owner-Occupied87.1%
Renter-Occupied12.9%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.13%
In Garfield, 33.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.4% of residents, below the national average. 24.6% have high blood pressure. 11.6% are current smokers. 21.0% report binge drinking. 18.0% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 15.0% experience frequent mental distress. 5.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:892. The dentist ratio is 1:1,322. 74.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.1%
3% above US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress9.3%
Short Sleep27.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Primary Care1:892
Dentists1:1,322
Mental Health1:408
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits74.6%
Premature Death6,113/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities155
Garfield has a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,748 per 100,000, 91% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Garfield receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent222.0/100K
42% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,748.0/100K
91% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents105
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Garfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 24.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,429 feet.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,429 ft (436 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density364/sq mi
Coordinates45.9376°N, 95.4985°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDouglas County County
Nearest AirportBrainerd Lakes Regional (BRD)
73 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.1"
37% below US avg
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.63"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score44.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability22.7 / 100
Community Resilience97.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M2.5 on Apr 29, 2011.

Jun 5, 1993 11 km N of Johnson, Minnesota M4.1 68 km
Oct 20, 1995 8 km SSE of New Effington, South Dakota M3.7 107 km
Feb 9, 1994 6 km NNE of Blomkest, Minnesota M3.1 111 km
Apr 29, 2011 Minnesota M2.5 6 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

428 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 5 fatalities, 171 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 8, 2020 EF4 38 km 1
Aug 7, 2010 EF4 89 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF4 58 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF4 17 km 1
Jun 13, 2001 EF3 29 km 0
May 10, 1982 EF3 76 km 0
Aug 26, 1977 EF3 90 km 0
Jun 18, 1964 EF3 34 km 0
May 5, 1964 EF3 69 km 0
May 5, 1964 EF3 86 km 0
May 30, 2022 EF2 48 km 0
May 30, 2022 EF2 39 km 0
May 30, 2022 EF2 68 km 0
May 30, 2022 EF2 25 km 0
May 12, 2022 EF2 77 km 0
May 12, 2022 EF2 58 km 0
Aug 14, 2020 EF2 45 km 0
Jul 8, 2020 EF2 39 km 0
Jul 12, 2015 EF2 59 km 0
Sep 4, 2014 EF2 86 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (9,055 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 UNNAMED 9,055 89 km
2004 LOUISBURGRADE 6,487 99 km
2009 CENTER TANK RANGE 6,131 87 km
1988 UNNAMED 4,475 87 km
2003 ROTHSAY 3,015 93 km
2009 HENDRICKSON IMPACT AREA 2,757 93 km
2024 DORAN WMA 2,455 62 km
2003 CHIPPEWA PRAIRIE 2,067 97 km
2009 EAST TANK RANGE 1,801 85 km
1987 UNNAMED 1,655 100 km
2012 JEEP FIRE 1,437 86 km
1998 WEST SKUNK 1,129 99 km
2000 UNIT 1 1,073 96 km
1992 MEADOWS 922 97 km
1985 UNNAMED 880 77 km
1987 UNNAMED 770 72 km
2009 WEST TANK RANGE 727 84 km
2010 WALDEN 717 48 km
2000 SVOR 661 63 km
2007 HAUGVEDT WPA 630 98 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 11°F (-12°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 16°F (-9°C) 0.6 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 1.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
May 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
June 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in Wettest
July 71°F (21°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 68°F (20°C) 3.4 in
September 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in
October 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
November 29°F (-2°C) 1.1 in
December 15°F (-10°C) 0.8 in

Garfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 60°F / from 11°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (0.6").

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Garfield is located in Douglas County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 12.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 64% below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66.9% of the vote, a 35.1-point margin. 73.7% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 155 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents105
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+99.1%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score6.93
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density364/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyDouglas County County

Services

Broadband Access73.7%
Avg Download Speed169.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed119.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants124
Retail Stores216

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%
Average costs for common services in Garfield. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit $345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit $197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit $2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning $128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling $247 ($148–$394)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement $296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4) $592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement $197 ($99–$345)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour) $89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair $394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install $6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair $986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement $8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested) $14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense $4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation $493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation $2,465 ($986–$4,930)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full) $148 ($74–$247)
Manicure $25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour) $79 ($49–$128)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread $3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb) $0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly) $69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly) $84 ($49–$148)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$74)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly) $394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming $59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter $296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter $197 ($99–$394)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$914
Toddler$853
Preschool$787
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$621
Toddler$570
Preschool$570
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Douglas County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 3,672 91 $73,382 2.29
Retail Trade 2,576 193 $35,296 1.32
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,290 161 $59,270 0.82
Accommodation & Food Services 1,948 121 $22,428 1.10
Construction 1,250 200 $77,735 1.22
Wholesale Trade 919 67 $71,062 1.19
Other Services 758 147 $35,696 1.29
Finance & Insurance 544 86 $120,166 0.69
Administrative & Waste Services 401 75 $37,625 0.35
Professional & Technical Services 381 94 $75,416 0.28
Arts & Entertainment 303 43 $21,462 0.92
Transportation & Warehousing 255 42 $63,481 0.31
Information & Technology 141 14 $64,975 0.39
Educational Services 125 13 $27,802 0.31
Real Estate 102 42 $37,734 0.34
Utilities 61 6 $115,122 0.82
Management of Companies 10 4 $57,502 0.03

Schools in Garfield

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
GARFIELD ELEMENTARY Elementary 128 11 11.6:1
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National Parks Near Garfield

10 national parks and monuments found near Garfield.

ParkTypeFee
Buffalo River State Park State Park Free
Glacial Lakes State Park State Park Free
Glendalough State Park State Park Free
Lac qui Parle State Park State Park Free
Lake Carlos State Park State Park Free
Maplewood State Park State Park Free
Minnegasco Park State Park Free
Monson Lake State Park State Park Free
Sibley State Park State Park Free
Thompson Park State Park Free

Museums in Garfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
MINNESOTA LAKES MARITIME SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM205 3RD AVE W3207591114$498,351
RUNESTONE MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM3207633160$156,197
DOUGLAS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3207620382$124,811
KENSINGTON AREA HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM3209652573$7,460
BRANDON HISTORY AND INFORMATION CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION$4,438
MINNESOTA FINNISH-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Garfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DOUGLAS COUNTY LIBRARY720 FILLMORE STREET0.0226,791

Farmers Markets in Garfield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Alexandria Farmers MarketBroadway & Second Ave06/21/2018 to 10/30/2018Tue: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Thu: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;Yes
Holmes City Farmers' Market5670 CR 4 SW PO Box 3205/17/2014 to 10/25/2014Sat: 8:30 AM-11:30 PM;

Breweries in Garfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
10 Mile TavernAmerican Restaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Banquet Facilities, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail L Po Box 1353205542939Visit
Dj's Tap House and GrillRestaurants, American Restaurant and Brewery, Bar & Grills3007 Highway 29 S3203352206Visit

Fire Stations in Garfield

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Garfield Fire & Rescue116 Sanstead ST EVolunteer320-834-2333
Leaf Valley Township Fire DepartmentCO 6 and CO 5 NWVolunteer320-834-2540

Bridges in Garfield

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19671629,543G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19671629,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19673271,100F

Airports Near Garfield

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chandler FieldAXNMedium Airport
Aerovilla Airport—Small Airport
Angen Field—Small Airport
Appleton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Bakko Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Battle Lake Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Benson Municipal AirportBBBSmall Airport
Brooten Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Brutlag Farms Airport—Small Airport
Carlson Agricultural Airport—Small Airport
Clarissa Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Damneara Airport—Small Airport
Elbow Lake Municipal - Pride of the Prairie Airport—Small Airport
Fergus Falls Municipal Airport - Einar Mickelson FieldFFMSmall Airport
Glenwood Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hagen Airport—Small Airport
Hay Acres Airport—Small Airport
Henning Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Herman Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Hintzman Private Airport—Small Airport
Home-Base Airport—Small Airport
Lorenz Airport—Small Airport
Minglewood Airport—Small Airport
Morris Municipal Airport Charlie Schmidt FieldMOXSmall Airport
Moyer Airport—Small Airport
Pagel's Field—Small Airport
Pelican Rapids Muni-Lyon's Field—Small Airport
Perham Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Ricks Field—Small Airport
Sauk Centre Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Staples Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Starbuck Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Todd Field—Small Airport
Velo Airstrip—Small Airport
Wadena Municipal Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Garfield

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Parkers Prairie City Police Department

Treatment Centers in Garfield

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Lakeland Mental Health CenterMental Health320-762-2400
Max J Beilke Community Based - Outpatient ClinicBoth320-759-2640
Nystrom and Associates LtdSubstance Abuse651-529-8475
Thrive Behavioral Network LLC - MilestonesBoth320-763-3466

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garfield

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
SAINT JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH101 PARK STREET

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Frequently Asked Questions About Garfield

What is the population of Garfield?

Garfield has a population of 295 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 364 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Garfield expensive to live in?

Garfield has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $70,250, 7% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $162,500 (42% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $477 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Garfield safe?

Garfield is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,748 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Garfield receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Garfield?

Garfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 11°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Garfield?

The job market in Garfield faces challenges, with unemployment at 8.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,097. There are 1,499 business establishments in the area, including 124 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 7.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Garfield?

The median home value in Garfield is $162,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $352,090. For renters, the median monthly rent is $477. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 87.1%. The average annual property tax is $5,084.

How are the schools in Garfield?

Schools in Garfield score 6.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.0% of adults in Garfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Garfield?

The obesity rate in Garfield is 33.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 11.6% of adults are smokers. 18.0% are physically inactive. 25.1% of residents report depression. 5.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 74.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:892.

What is transportation like in Garfield?

The average commute in Garfield is 25 minutes. 83% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Garfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Garfield is 94.2% White, 1.7% Hispanic or Latino. 99% of residents speak only English at home. 8.8% of the population are military veterans. 18.2% of residents have a disability. 90.6% have health insurance coverage.

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