Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Heidelberg is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 221. Residents earn $111,563 per year, which is 48% above the national average.
Based on current data, Heidelberg receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Heidelberg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Heidelberg is $111,563, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Heidelberg among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Heidelberg is $293,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Heidelberg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $111,563 |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,824 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,053 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,276 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 790 |
| County GDP | $1,243M |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Healthcare | 67 |
| Retail | 78 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,786 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.63% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $293,800 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,786 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.63% |
| Obesity | 33.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.8% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 24.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.2% |
| Premature Death | 6,478/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Annual Average | 43.9°F |
| 19% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 37.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,052 ft (321 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4931°N, 93.6264°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27079 |
Winner: Republican by 33.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 425/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 63.0% |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 67 |
| Restaurants | 44 |
| Retail Stores | 78 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 92.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |