Hoffman, MN

Minnesota

Hoffman is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 708. Residents earn $47,000 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
708 Population 337/sq mi density
$47,000 Median Income $27,170 per capita
$127,700 Home Value $227,637 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,000 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,700 home value, $750/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,000
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,700
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.1%
22% higher than US avg

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

People

Population708
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,000
Per Capita$27,170
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty15.1%
County GDP$2,860M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,700
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$227,637
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+91.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries1

Is Hoffman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoffman receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Hoffman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoffman is $47,000, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 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 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoffman is $127,700, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hoffman has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hoffman has a population of 708 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

708
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoffman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoffman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoffman is $47,000, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hoffman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,000
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,097
IRS Avg AGI$83,113

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.1%
22% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,499
County GDP$2,860M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare155
Retail216
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoffman is $127,700, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $227,637.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,700
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$227,637

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,084
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Hoffman, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,113/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access74.7%
Healthcare Facilities155
Hoffman has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,260 ft (384 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates45.8344°N, 95.7874°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.1-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.7%

Winner: Republican by 35.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants124
Retail Stores216

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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