Hitterdal, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Hitterdal is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 361. Residents earn $49,792 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
361 Population 420/sq mi density
$49,792 Median Income $26,604 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,792 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,792
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population361
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density420/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,792
Per Capita$26,604
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
RentN/A
Ownership83.2%
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Elevation1,251 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+90.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute33 min
Broadband74.1%
Libraries3

Is Hitterdal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hitterdal receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hitterdal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hitterdal is $49,792, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hitterdal is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hitterdal has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 47.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hitterdal has a population of 361 with a density of 420 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

361
Total Population
420
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hitterdal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hitterdal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hitterdal is $49,792, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Hitterdal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,792
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,604
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hitterdal is $112,500, 60% below the national average. 83.2% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership83.2%
Owner-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Hitterdal, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death7,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Hitterdal has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall47.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,251 ft (381 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density420/sq mi
Coordinates46.9786°N, 96.2585°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 74.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density420/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

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