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Grasston, MN

Minnesota

Grasston is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 116. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
116 Population 125/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $37,898 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $289,062 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$37,898
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$549M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,062
Housing Units52
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation958 ft (292 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+8.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute44 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Grasston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grasston receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Grasston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grasston is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grasston is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Grasston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Grasston has a population of 116 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

116
Total Population
125
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grasston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grasston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grasston is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Grasston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,898
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$65,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare42
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Grasston is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,062.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,062

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Grasston, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.9%
Dental Visits58.8%
Premature Death7,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities42
Grasston has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall52.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation958 ft (292 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density125/sq mi
Coordinates45.7974°N, 93.1550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+8.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density125/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants27
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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