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Louisburg, MN

Minnesota

Louisburg is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 21. Residents earn $49,792 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
21 Population 84/sq mi density
$49,792 Median Income $47,605 per capita
$73,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,792
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21
Median Age68.3 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,792
Per Capita$47,605
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$336M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21
Rent Burden26.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Broadband13.0%
Libraries2

Is Louisburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Louisburg receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Louisburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Louisburg is $49,792, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% 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 Louisburg is $73,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Louisburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Louisburg has a population of 21 with a density of 84 people per square mile. The median age is 68.3 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

21
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
68.3yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Louisburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Louisburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louisburg is $49,792, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Louisburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,792
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$47,605
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$68,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louisburg is $73,000, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,000
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
Louisburg has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,039 ft (317 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates45.1645°N, 96.1711°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 13.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access13.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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