Heidelberg, MN

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.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
221 Population 425/sq mi density
$111,563 Median Income $34,824 per capita
$293,800 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$111,563 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$293,800 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,563
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $293,800
4% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.5%
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density425/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,563
Per Capita$34,824
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$1,243M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$293,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity33.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries6

Is Heidelberg a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Heidelberg has a population of 221 with a density of 425 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 (100%).

Population

221
Total Population
425
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.2%
Female 39.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Heidelberg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Heidelberg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Heidelberg is $111,563, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Heidelberg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,563
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,824
Avg Weekly Wage$1,053
IRS Avg AGI$81,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)790
County GDP$1,243M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare67
Retail78
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Heidelberg is $293,800, 4% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$293,800
4% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,786
37% above US avg
Effective Rate1.63%
In Heidelberg, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death6,478/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access73.3%
Healthcare Facilities67
Heidelberg has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.9°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,052 ft (321 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density425/sq mi
Coordinates44.4931°N, 93.6264°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density425/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants44
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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