Hoyt Lakes, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Hoyt Lakes is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,074. Residents earn $64,514 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,074 Population 37/sq mi density
$64,514 Median Income $29,087 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $115,070 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
36°F Avg Temperature
50 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$64,514 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
50 violent crimes/100K (87% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,514
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 50/100K
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,074
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$64,514
Per Capita$29,087
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$115,070

Crime

C
Violent50/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault50/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Elevation1,598 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute32 min
Libraries17

Is Hoyt Lakes a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoyt Lakes is $64,514, 14% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoyt Lakes is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hoyt Lakes is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hoyt Lakes has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hoyt Lakes has a population of 2,074 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

2,074
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
55.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoyt Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoyt Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoyt Lakes is $64,514, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hoyt Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,514
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,087
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoyt Lakes is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $115,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$115,070

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-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Hoyt Lakes, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hoyt Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843
Hoyt Lakes has a violent crime rate of 50 per 100,000 residents, 87% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent49.6/100K
87% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault49.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
Hoyt Lakes has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,598 ft (487 m)
Area55.9 sq mi (144.8 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates47.5716°N, 92.1083°W
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area55.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home20.3%

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