Median Income
$73,250
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$87,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$480
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
5.3%
57% lower than US avg
How Graettinger Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,038
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,384/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
A+
Median Income$73,250
Per Capita$27,408
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$519M
Commute20 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$87,000
Rent$480
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,036
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,248 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+93.0%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute20 min
Libraries3
Is Graettinger a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Graettinger receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Graettinger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Graettinger is $73,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Graettinger is $87,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $480 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Graettinger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Graettinger has a population of 1,038 with a density of 1,384 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%), with 10% Black.
Population
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Graettinger vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 92.3% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| 43% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Graettinger vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Graettinger is $73,250, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
Income: Graettinger vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,250 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,408 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $925 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,021 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.3% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 330 |
| County GDP | $519M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,190 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.1% |
The median home value in Graettinger is $87,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $480 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,036.
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,000 |
| 69% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $154,036 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $480 |
| 59% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,190 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.67% |
In Graettinger, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Graettinger vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.7% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,705/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: Graettinger vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Graettinger has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
17°F Jan (-8°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 47.3°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 17°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 37.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,248 ft (380 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,384/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2370°N, 94.7505°W |
| County FIPS | 19063 |