Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Jasper is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 742. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jasper offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jasper is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 19.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Jasper is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Jasper 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.
| English Only | 83.9% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 16.1% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,188 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,551 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,036 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,379 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.9% |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 328 |
| County GDP | $992M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 29 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,047 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.19% |
| Commute Time | 26.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |
| Census Median | $72,700 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $141,844 |
| Census Median Rent | $695 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.2% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 86.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,047 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.19% |
| Obesity | 38.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 26.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,748/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.6 inches |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 39.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,547 ft (472 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 727/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.8489°N, 96.3996°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27133 |
Winner: Republican by 39.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.6% |
| 66% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 727/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 88.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 29 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 29 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 26.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.7% |