Median Income $63,750

15% lower than US avg

Home Value $88,300

69% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.1%

67% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.3%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.2%

34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population391

Median Age39.4 yrs

Density1,564/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans9.9%

Economy

Median Income$63,750

Per Capita$32,776

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty8.2%

County GDP$2,006M

Commute23 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$88,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$118,909

Housing Units171

Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity35.3%

Uninsured7.5%

Smoking15.0%

Depression25.5%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain31.1 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,019 ft (311 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.1%

High School+87.4%

Graduate+1.3%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%

Commute23 min

Broadband84.2%

Libraries5

Is Hanska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanska receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hanska offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanska is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanska is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hanska experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.1 inches, including 38.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hanska has a population of 391 with a density of 1,564 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

391

Total Population

1,564

People / sq mi

39.4yrs

Median Age

1% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%

Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.1%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.9%
	93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanska is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hanska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,750
	15% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,776
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,066
IRS Avg AGI	$77,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.2%
	34% below US avg
Establishments (County)	902
County GDP	$2,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants	66
Healthcare	93
Retail	103
Manufacturing	40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,718
	6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.0 min
Drive Alone	93.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanska is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,909.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$88,300
	69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$118,909

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	79.7%
Housing Units	171
Median Year Built	1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,718
	6% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.21%

In Hanska, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.3%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	27.7%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.0%
	7% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.3%
Physical Inactivity	21.6%
Depression	25.5%
Mental Distress	17.2%
Physical Distress	11.1%
Short Sleep	28.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.9%
Uninsured	7.5%
	13% below US avg
Checkup Rate	73.1%
Dental Visits	67.5%
Premature Death	4,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.1/10
Exercise Access	82.4%
Healthcare Facilities	93

Hanska has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.1 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	45.9°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	15°F (-9°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.1 inches
	18% below US avg
Snowfall	38.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,019 ft (311 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	1,564/sq mi
Coordinates	44.1487°N, 94.4945°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27015

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%

D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.1%
	67% below US avg
High School+	87.4%
Graduate Degree+	1.3%
School Test Score	6.08

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,564/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	84.2%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	93
Restaurants	66
Retail Stores	103

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.0 min
Drive Alone	93.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	1.2%

Hanska, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Hanska a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Hanska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Hanska vs U.S. Average

Income: Hanska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities