Greenbush, MN

Minnesota

Greenbush is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 685. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
685 Population 445/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $31,769 per capita
$131,700 Home Value $188,494 Zillow
$588 Median Rent 18.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,700 home value, $588/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population685
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density445/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$31,769
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$439M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,700
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,494
Housing Units283
Rent Burden18.2%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.5%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,068 ft (326 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries1

Is Greenbush a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenbush is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenbush is $131,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Greenbush has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Greenbush has a population of 685 with a density of 445 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 (92.4%).

Population

685
Total Population
445
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenbush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenbush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenbush is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Greenbush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,769
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$78,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenbush is $131,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,494.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,494

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden18.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units283
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.51%
In Greenbush, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death5,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Greenbush has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,068 ft (326 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density445/sq mi
Coordinates48.7011°N, 96.1836°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density445/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home7.4%

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