Holt, MN

Minnesota

Holt is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 75. Residents earn $47,143 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
75 Population 75/sq mi density
$47,143 Median Income $31,464 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$47,143 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,143
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans61.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,143
Per Capita$31,464
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$439M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute24 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries1

Is Holt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holt receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Holt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holt is $47,143, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holt is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Holt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Holt has a population of 75 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 10.7% Hispanic.

Population

75
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.3%
Female 34.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Holt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holt is $47,143, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Holt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,143
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,464
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$78,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Holt is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units26
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Holt, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep31.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death5,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Holt has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,153 ft (351 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates48.2929°N, 96.1945°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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