Gibbon, MN

Minnesota

Gibbon is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 880. Residents earn $53,148 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
880 Population 1,333/sq mi density
$53,148 Median Income $31,957 per capita
$98,600 Home Value $228,547 Zillow
$872 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,148 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,600 home value, $872/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,148
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $872
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population880
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density1,333/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,148
Per Capita$31,957
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$722M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,600
Rent$872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,547
Rent Burden21.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,038 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+90.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries5

Is Gibbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gibbon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Gibbon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gibbon is $53,148, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gibbon is $98,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $872 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Gibbon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Gibbon has a population of 880 with a density of 1,333 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

880
Total Population
1,333
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gibbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gibbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gibbon is $53,148, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Gibbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,148
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,957
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$72,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$722M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare28
Retail45
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gibbon is $98,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $872 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,547.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,600
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,547

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$872
25% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Rate3.62%
In Gibbon, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Gibbon has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall37.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Coordinates44.5332°N, 94.5242°W
County FIPS27143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,333/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants21
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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