Minnesota
Hendrum is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 190. Residents earn $53,472 per year, which is 29% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hendrum receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hendrum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Hendrum is $53,472, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 15.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in Hendrum is $131,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Hendrum has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $53,472 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,006 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $939 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,820 |
| Unemployment | 2.1% |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 15.1% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 259 |
| County GDP | $246M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 17 |
| Retail | 27 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.57% |
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
| Census Median | $131,300 |
| 53% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $850 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,057 |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.57% |
| Obesity | 35.6% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.6% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,593/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 40.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Annual Average | 42.1°F |
| 22% below US avg | |
| January Average | 8°F (-13°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 24.7 inches |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 40.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 872 ft (266 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.2641°N, 96.8107°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27107 |
Winner: Republican by 22.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.0% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 760/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 79.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 17 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 27 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 32.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |