Green Isle, MN

Minnesota

Green Isle is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 437. Residents earn $86,607 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
437 Population 428/sq mi density
$86,607 Median Income $35,875 per capita
$194,600 Home Value $312,646 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,607 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,600 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,607
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,600
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density428/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,607
Per Capita$35,875
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$722M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,646

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation996 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+85.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries5

Is Green Isle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Green Isle receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Green Isle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Green Isle is $86,607, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Green Isle is $194,600, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Green Isle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Green Isle has a population of 437 with a density of 428 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

437
Total Population
428
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Green Isle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Green Isle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Green Isle is $86,607, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Green Isle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,607
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$72,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% 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 Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Green Isle is $194,600, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,646.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,600
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,646

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-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Green Isle, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Green Isle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Green Isle has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation996 ft (304 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density428/sq mi
Coordinates44.6829°N, 94.0041°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+85.6%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density428/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants21
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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