Littlefork, MN

Minnesota

Littlefork is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 577. Residents earn $61,685 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
577 Population 485/sq mi density
$61,685 Median Income $37,207 per capita
$114,500 Home Value $163,779 Zillow
$450 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$61,685 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,500 home value, $450/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,685
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,500
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.8%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population577
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,685
Per Capita$37,207
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$643M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,500
Rent$450
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,779
Rent Burden16.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.1 in/yr
Elevation1,118 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute22 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries1

Is Littlefork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Littlefork receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Littlefork stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Littlefork is $61,685, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Littlefork is $114,500, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Littlefork has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.1 inches, including 54.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Littlefork has a population of 577 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

577
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Littlefork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Littlefork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Littlefork is $61,685, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Littlefork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,685
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$62,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$643M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare51
Retail74
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Littlefork is $114,500, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,779.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,500
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,779

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$450
61% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Littlefork, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate72.1%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities51

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Littlefork has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.8°F
30% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.1 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall54.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,118 ft (341 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates48.3964°N, 93.5578°W
County FIPS27071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.7-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 25.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.8%
20% below US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants42
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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