Hallock, MN

Minnesota

Hallock is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 829. Residents earn $65,543 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
829 Population 389/sq mi density
$65,543 Median Income $34,646 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $161,332 Zillow
$858 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$65,543 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $858/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,543
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population829
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,543
Per Capita$34,646
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$223M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,332

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.3 in/yr
Elevation822 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute18 min
EV Stations2
Libraries1

Is Hallock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hallock receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hallock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hallock is $65,543, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hallock is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hallock is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hallock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hallock has a population of 829 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

829
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hallock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hallock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hallock is $65,543, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Hallock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,543
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,646
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$75,818

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare9
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hallock is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,332.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,332

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% 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-Occupied76.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,940
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.35%
In Hallock, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.6%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death8,582/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities9
Hallock has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Hallock has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.1°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.3 inches
41% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation822 ft (251 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates48.7654°N, 96.9425°W
County FIPS27069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Work from Home11.7%

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