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Kimball, MN

Minnesota

Kimball is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 644. Residents earn $69,271 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
644 Population 426/sq mi density
$69,271 Median Income $35,583 per capita
$208,200 Home Value $255,151 Zillow
$743 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,271 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,200 home value, $743/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,271
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $208,200
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $743
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population644
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density426/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,271
Per Capita$35,583
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,586M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,200
Rent$743
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,151
Housing Units286
Rent Burden26.4%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.8 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+6.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries4

Is Kimball a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimball receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Kimball offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kimball is $69,271, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kimball is $208,200, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $743 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Kimball is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kimball has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kimball has a population of 644 with a density of 426 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

644
Total Population
426
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimball vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kimball vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimball is $69,271, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kimball vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,271
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$75,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)708
County GDP$1,586M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare60
Retail68
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kimball is $208,200, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,151.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,200
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,151

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$743
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.3%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Kimball, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits67.2%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities60
Kimball has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Kimball has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.8 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.8 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,163 ft (354 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density426/sq mi
Coordinates45.3143°N, 94.3008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.8-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 42.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+6.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density426/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants34
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone86.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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