Choose Country

Geneva, MN

Minnesota

Geneva is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 329. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
329 Population 700/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $43,257 per capita
$166,100 Home Value $204,866 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,100 home value, $550/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $166,100
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population329
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$43,257
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,740M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,100
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,866
Housing Units203
Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries1

Is Geneva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geneva receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Geneva stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geneva is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geneva is $166,100, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Geneva has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Geneva has a population of 329 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).

Population

329
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Geneva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Geneva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geneva is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Geneva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,257
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$64,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)832
County GDP$1,740M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail131
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Geneva is $166,100, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,866.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,100
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,866
Median List Price$296,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$296,000
$/Sq Ft$184
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Geneva, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death7,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities66
Geneva has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,217 ft (371 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates43.8195°N, 93.2726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Nearby Cities

Blooming Prairie, MN 1,977 pop · 11.3 mi New Richland, MN 1,068 pop · 12.2 mi Albert Lea, MN 18,379 pop · 12.3 mi Austin, MN 26,167 pop · 17.9 mi Owatonna, MN 26,462 pop · 18.9 mi Waseca, MN 9,209 pop · 21.5 mi Hayfield, MN 1,382 pop · 21.8 mi Wells, MN 2,317 pop · 23.6 mi Medford, MN 1,194 pop · 24.1 mi Dodge Center, MN 2,864 pop · 25.4 mi Northwood, IA 2,170 pop · 26.1 mi Kasson, MN 6,964 pop · 30.0 mi Janesville, MN 2,449 pop · 30.1 mi Lake Mills, IA 2,054 pop · 30.7 mi
Compare Geneva with another city: