Greenwald, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Greenwald is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 221. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
221 Population 311/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $30,896 per capita
$137,500 Home Value $187,117 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density311/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$30,896
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,117

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+97.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries10

Is Greenwald a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenwald receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Greenwald offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenwald is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 5.9% 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 Greenwald is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Greenwald has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Greenwald has a population of 221 with a density of 311 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
311
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenwald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenwald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenwald is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Greenwald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,896
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenwald is $137,500, 51% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,117.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$187,117

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-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Greenwald, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Greenwald has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,263 ft (385 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates45.6014°N, 94.8593°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density311/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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