Jeffers, MN

Minnesota

Jeffers is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 355. Residents earn $47,955 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
355 Population 910/sq mi density
$47,955 Median Income $26,896 per capita
$85,200 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$47,955 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,200 home value, $675/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,955
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.3%
120% higher than US avg

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

People

Population355
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density910/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,955
Per Capita$26,896
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty27.3%
County GDP$865M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,200
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity41.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+82.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries3

Is Jeffers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jeffers receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Jeffers has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jeffers is $47,955, 36% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jeffers is $85,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Jeffers 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 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Jeffers has a population of 355 with a density of 910 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.8%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

355
Total Population
910
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeffers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Jeffers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeffers is $47,955, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Jeffers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,955
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,896
Avg Weekly Wage$944
IRS Avg AGI$66,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.3%
120% above US avg
Establishments (County)447
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jeffers is $85,200, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,200
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Jeffers, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Jeffers 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 29.3 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 Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,480 ft (451 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density910/sq mi
Coordinates44.0559°N, 95.1954°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+82.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density910/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home7.8%

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