Greenfield, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Greenfield is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,897. Residents earn $147,184 per year, which is 96% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,897 Population 142/sq mi density
$147,184 Median Income $60,407 per capita
$524,300 Home Value $573,479 Zillow
$1,083 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$147,184 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$524,300 home value, $1,083/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $147,184
96% higher than US avg
Home Value $524,300
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.8%
48% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,897
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$147,184
Per Capita$60,407
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$193,617M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$524,300
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$573,479

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation1,002 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.8%
High School+99.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute36 min
Libraries41

Is Greenfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenfield receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Greenfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenfield is $147,184, which is significantly higher than the national average — 96% above $75,149. This places Greenfield among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenfield is $524,300, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Greenfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Greenfield has a population of 2,897 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

2,897
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
20.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenfield is $147,184, which is 96% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Greenfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$147,184
96% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,407
Avg Weekly Wage$1,734
IRS Avg AGI$115,538

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)44,785
County GDP$193,617M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,018
Healthcare5,330
Retail3,721
Manufacturing1,443

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,736
121% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.7 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenfield is $524,300, 86% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $573,479.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$524,300
86% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$573,479

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,736
121% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Greenfield, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death6,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities5,330

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)60

Safety Score

Greenfield has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,002 ft (305 m)
Area20.4 sq mi (52.8 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates45.0941°N, 93.6908°W
County FIPS27053
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.5%
D 70.2%

Winner: Democrat by 42.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.8%
48% above US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area20.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries41
Healthcare Facilities5,330
Restaurants3,018
Retail Stores3,721

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)60

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.7 min
Work from Home15.1%

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