Hokah, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Hokah is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 673. Residents earn $60,313 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
673 Population 961/sq mi density
$60,313 Median Income $32,089 per capita
$184,900 Home Value $289,947 Zillow
$911 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,313 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,900 home value, $911/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,313
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $184,900
34% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $911
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population673
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density961/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,313
Per Capita$32,089
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$810M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,900
Rent$911
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,947
Housing Units334
Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,418/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary355/100K

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.1%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation644 ft (196 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute21 min
Broadband71.1%
Libraries5

Is Hokah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hokah receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hokah offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hokah is $60,313, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hokah is $184,900, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $911 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Hokah is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,418 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hokah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 37.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hokah has a population of 673 with a density of 961 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

673
Total Population
961
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.8%
Female 41.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hokah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hokah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hokah is $60,313, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hokah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,313
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,089
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$810M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare50
Retail52
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.8 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hokah is $184,900, 34% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $911 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,947.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,900
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,947

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$911
22% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Housing Units334
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%
In Hokah, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death6,148/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities50
Hokah has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,418 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,418.4/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary354.6/100K
Theft1,063.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Hokah has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall37.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density961/sq mi
Coordinates43.7601°N, 91.3494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin. 71.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density961/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants29
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.8 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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