Grey Eagle, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Grey Eagle is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 259. Residents earn $46,750 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
259 Population 719/sq mi density
$46,750 Median Income $31,768 per capita
$178,000 Home Value $340,183 Zillow
$360 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,750 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$178,000 home value, $360/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,750
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $178,000
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $360
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population259
Median Age56.5 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,750
Per Capita$31,768
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,000
Rent$360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$340,183
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Elevation1,229 ft (375 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+88.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.3%
Libraries10

Is Grey Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grey Eagle receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Grey Eagle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grey Eagle is $46,750, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grey Eagle is $178,000, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $360 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Grey Eagle 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.

Grey Eagle has a population of 259 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

259
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
56.5yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Grey Eagle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grey Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grey Eagle is $46,750, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Grey Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,750
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,768
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% 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 Rate2.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grey Eagle is $178,000, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $360 (69% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $340,183.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,000
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$340,183

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$360
69% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.87%
In Grey Eagle, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grey Eagle vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Grey Eagle 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

Elevation1,229 ft (375 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates45.8243°N, 94.7491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 76.3% 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+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone77.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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