Graceville, MN

Minnesota

Graceville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 586. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
586 Population 1,010/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $34,756 per capita
$101,700 Home Value $168,629 Zillow
$703 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,700 home value, $703/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $703
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.2%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population586
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,010/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$34,756
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty14.2%
County GDP$336M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,700
Rent$703
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,629
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.3 in/yr
Elevation1,108 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute18 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries2

Is Graceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Graceville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Graceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Graceville is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 14.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Graceville is $101,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $703 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Graceville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.3 inches, including 42.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Graceville has a population of 586 with a density of 1,010 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

586
Total Population
1,010
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Graceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Graceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Graceville is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Graceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,756
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$68,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.2%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Graceville is $101,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $703 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,629.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,629

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$703
40% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Graceville, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access6.9%
Healthcare Facilities23

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Graceville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average11°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.3 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall42.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,108 ft (338 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Coordinates45.5687°N, 96.4372°W
County FIPS27011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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