Isle, MN

Minnesota

Isle is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 747. Residents earn $53,056 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
747 Population 276/sq mi density
$53,056 Median Income $38,227 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $289,612 Zillow
$823 Median Rent 28.2% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$53,056 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $823/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,056
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $823
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population747
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,056
Per Capita$38,227
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$674M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$212,500
Rent$823
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,612
Housing Units521
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking19.2%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+8.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries2

Is Isle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Isle receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Isle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Isle is $53,056, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.9% 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 Isle is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $823 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Isle has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Isle has a population of 747 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 17% Hispanic.

Population

747
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Isle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Isle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Isle is $53,056, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Isle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,056
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,227
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Isle is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $823 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$823
29% below US avg
Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.3%
Housing Units521
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Isle, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Isle has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,313 ft (400 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates46.1381°N, 93.4558°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+8.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.4%

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