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Kinney, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Kinney is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 156. Residents earn $53,438 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
156 Population 40/sq mi density
$53,438 Median Income $27,249 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
38°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,438 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,438
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,438
Per Capita$27,249
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,567 ft (478 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute31 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries17

Is Kinney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinney receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kinney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinney is $53,438, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinney is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Kinney has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kinney has a population of 156 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 12.2% Black.

Population

156
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.2%
Female 37.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinney is $53,438, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Kinney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,438
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,249
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinney is $100,000, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
In Kinney, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:810
Dentists1:1,023
Mental Health1:268
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843
Kinney has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.0°F
30% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.7 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall61.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,567 ft (478 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates47.5165°N, 92.7195°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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