Goodridge, MN

Minnesota

Goodridge is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 64. Residents earn $39,821 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
64 Population 337/sq mi density
$39,821 Median Income $26,486 per capita
$50,800 Home Value
38°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$39,821 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,800 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,821
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,800
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,821
Per Capita$26,486
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,699M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.7%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,170 ft (357 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries3

Is Goodridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goodridge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Goodridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goodridge is $39,821, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goodridge is $50,800, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Goodridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Goodridge has a population of 64 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

64
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Goodridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Goodridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goodridge is $39,821, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Goodridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,821
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,486
Avg Weekly Wage$1,210
IRS Avg AGI$69,984

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)474
County GDP$1,699M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare32
Retail76
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,406
54% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate10.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goodridge is $50,800, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,800
82% 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-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,406
54% above US avg
Effective Rate10.64%
In Goodridge, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep29.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.6%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death8,531/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities32
Goodridge has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 65°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average65°F (19°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,170 ft (357 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates48.1442°N, 95.8040°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants42
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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