Ivanhoe, MN

Minnesota

Ivanhoe is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 627. Residents earn $54,583 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
627 Population 965/sq mi density
$54,583 Median Income $31,273 per capita
$65,500 Home Value
$550 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,583 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,500 home value, $550/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,583
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,500
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population627
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density965/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,583
Per Capita$31,273
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$588M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,500
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Elevation1,684 ft (513 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute19 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries4

Is Ivanhoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ivanhoe receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ivanhoe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ivanhoe is $54,583, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ivanhoe is $65,500, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ivanhoe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ivanhoe has a population of 627 with a density of 965 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

627
Total Population
965
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ivanhoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ivanhoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ivanhoe is $54,583, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ivanhoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,583
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,273
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$72,484

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)226
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail30
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ivanhoe is $65,500, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,500
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Ivanhoe, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death6,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access25.4%
Healthcare Facilities21
Ivanhoe has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,684 ft (513 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density965/sq mi
Coordinates44.4643°N, 96.2517°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density965/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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