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Holdingford, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Holdingford is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 771. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
771 Population 857/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $31,869 per capita
$172,600 Home Value $351,128 Zillow
$1,066 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,600 home value, $1,066/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $172,600
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,066
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density857/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$31,869
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,600
Rent$1,066
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$351,128
Housing Units325
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.9%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,187 ft (362 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.3%
Libraries10

Is Holdingford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holdingford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Holdingford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holdingford is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holdingford is $172,600, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Holdingford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 57.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Holdingford has a population of 771 with a density of 857 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

771
Total Population
857
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Holdingford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holdingford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holdingford is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Holdingford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,869
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Holdingford is $172,600, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $351,128.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,600
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$351,128

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio92.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,066
8% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units325
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Holdingford, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Holdingford has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall57.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,187 ft (362 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density857/sq mi
Coordinates45.7303°N, 94.4714°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 79.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density857/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone84.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home7.9%

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