Hamburg, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Hamburg is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 544. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
544 Population 2,590/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $42,580 per capita
$229,200 Home Value $338,839 Zillow
$873 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,200 home value, $873/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,200
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $873
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population544
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density2,590/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$42,580
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,200
Rent$873
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$338,839
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Elevation1,003 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+92.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute30 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries7

Is Hamburg a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamburg is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamburg is $229,200, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $873 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hamburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches, including 39.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hamburg has a population of 544 with a density of 2,590 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 4.2% Black.

Population

544
Total Population
2,590
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamburg is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hamburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,580
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamburg is $229,200, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $873 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $338,839.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,200
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$338,839

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$873
25% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Hamburg, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hamburg has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall39.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,003 ft (306 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,590/sq mi
Coordinates44.7325°N, 93.9632°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,590/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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