Minnesota
Kelliher is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 347. Residents earn $100,316 per year, which is 33% above the national average.
Based on current data, Kelliher receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Kelliher stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Kelliher is $100,316, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Kelliher among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Kelliher is $178,700, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $508 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.
Educational attainment is solid, with 38.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Kelliher has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $100,316 |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,031 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $894 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,529 |
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 684 |
| County GDP | $968M |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,149 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.32% |
| Commute Time | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 44.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |
| Census Median | $178,700 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,571 |
| Census Median Rent | $508 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.5% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,149 |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.32% |
| Obesity | 38.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.3% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,268/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Annual Average | 38.2°F |
| 29% below US avg | |
| January Average | 6°F (-14°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 26.9 inches |
| 29% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,352 ft (412 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 158/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.9482°N, 94.4378°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27057 |
Winner: Republican by 31.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 38.8% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.8% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 158/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 95.8% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
| Restaurants | 82 |
| Retail Stores | 109 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 27.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 44.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.7% |