Median Income
$65,556
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$491
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How Linn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population478
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density1,406/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans9.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,556
Per Capita$27,606
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$293M
Commute21 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$491
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,179
Rent Burden9.0%
Health
Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Elevation1,457 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.63
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute21 min
Broadband60.9%
Libraries2
Is Linn a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Linn receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Linn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Linn is $65,556, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Linn is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $491 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Linn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches, including 14.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Linn has a population of 478 with a density of 1,406 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%).
Population
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 71.3% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Spanish | 28.7% |
| 114% above US avg |
The median household income in Linn is $65,556, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,556 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,606 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $757 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,265 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 294 |
| County GDP | $293M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 11 |
| Healthcare | 19 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,780 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.86% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 20.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.0% |
The median home value in Linn is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $491 (58% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,179.
Home Values
| Census Median | $97,200 |
| 66% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,179 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $491 |
| 58% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 9.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,095 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,197 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,358 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,769 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,103 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,780 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.86% |
In Linn, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Linn vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.2% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 20.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,165/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 19 |
Crime Rates: Linn vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Linn has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 32.4 inches |
| 15% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,457 ft (444 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,406/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6793°N, 97.0868°W |
| County FIPS | 20201 |