Long Beach, MN

Minnesota

Long Beach is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 302. Residents earn $96,250 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
302 Population 211/sq mi density
$96,250 Median Income $53,886 per capita
$358,600 Home Value $350,532 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$96,250 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$358,600 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,250
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $358,600
27% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.3%
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population302
Median Age61.4 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,250
Per Capita$53,886
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$750M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$358,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$350,532

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.3%
High School+98.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries1

Is Long Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Beach receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Long Beach stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Beach is $96,250, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Beach is $358,600, 27% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Long Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Long Beach has a population of 302 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 61.4 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

302
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
61.4yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Long Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Beach is $96,250, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Long Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,250
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$86,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)381
County GDP$750M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail44
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Beach is $358,600, 27% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $350,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$358,600
27% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$350,532

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Long Beach, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death8,689/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities22
Long Beach has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,140 ft (347 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates45.6521°N, 95.4308°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.3%
23% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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