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Longville, MN

Minnesota

Longville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 152. Residents earn $31,000 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
152 Population 179/sq mi density
$31,000 Median Income $27,005 per capita
$168,800 Home Value $356,484 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$31,000 median income, 4.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$168,800 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,000
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.9%
133% higher than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,000
Per Capita$27,005
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty28.9%
County GDP$1,363M
Commute16 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$356,484
Housing Units202
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.2%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,333 ft (406 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+97.8%
Graduate+25.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries5

Is Longville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Longville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longville is $31,000, 59% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Longville is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Longville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Longville has a population of 152 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

152
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Longville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.1%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.9%
78% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Longville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longville is $31,000, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Longville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,000
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,005
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$76,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate28.9%
133% above US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$1,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants135
Healthcare84
Retail133
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,634
32% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Longville is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $356,484.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$356,484

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,634
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Longville, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma9.3%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,404
Dentists1:1,489
Mental Health1:1,123
Checkup Rate64.6%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities84
Longville has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,333 ft (406 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates46.9874°N, 94.2120°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+97.8%
Graduate Degree+25.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants135
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone47.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.2%

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