Minnesota
Homer is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 189. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Based on current data, Homer receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Homer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Homer is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Homer is $283,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Homer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 94.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.3% |
| 60% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,250 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,278 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $984 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,832 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 835 |
| County GDP | $1,889M |
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 96 |
| Manufacturing | 57 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,357 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 43.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |
| Census Median | $283,300 |
| 0% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 93.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,357 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.8% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.1% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,005/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Annual Average | 48.8°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,206 ft (368 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 159/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0072°N, 91.5609°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 55121 |
Winner: Republican by 21.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.5% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.1% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 159/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 64.0% |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Retail Stores | 96 |
| Avg Commute | 23.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 43.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.9% |