Median Income
$67,857
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$114,800
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$690
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Halstad Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population589
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,636/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Economy
A
Median Income$67,857
Per Capita$34,481
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$246M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,800
Rent$690
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,270
Rent Burden19.6%
Health
Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation874 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.08
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute34 min
Libraries1
Is Halstad a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Halstad receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Halstad stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Halstad is $67,857, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Halstad is $114,800, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $690 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Halstad has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Halstad has a population of 589 with a density of 1,636 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 4.1% Hispanic, 3.6% Black.
Population
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
The median household income in Halstad is $67,857, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,857 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,481 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $939 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,820 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $246M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Halstad is $114,800, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $690 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,270.
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,800 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $166,270 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $690 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 19.6% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.79% |
In Halstad, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Halstad vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.2% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,593/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
Crime Rates: Halstad vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Halstad has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
6°F Jan (-14°C)
69°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 40.0°F |
| 26% below US avg |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.0 inches |
| 34% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 874 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,636/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.3511°N, 96.8257°W |
| County FIPS | 27107 |