Jenkins, MN

Minnesota

Jenkins is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 472. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
472 Population 106/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $36,996 per capita
$265,900 Home Value $296,579 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$265,900 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $265,900
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$36,996
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$4,044M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,900
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,579
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Elevation1,264 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+96.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Broadband81.2%
Libraries3

Is Jenkins a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jenkins receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Jenkins offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jenkins is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jenkins is $265,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Jenkins has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Jenkins has a population of 472 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

472
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
4.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jenkins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jenkins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jenkins is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Jenkins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,996
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$74,335

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,376
County GDP$4,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare256
Retail381
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.1 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Jenkins is $265,900, 6% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,900
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$296,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Jenkins, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate72.2%
Premature Death7,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities256

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Jenkins has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,264 ft (385 m)
Area4.5 sq mi (11.6 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates46.6511°N, 94.3282°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area4.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants219
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.1 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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