Lowry, MN

Minnesota

Lowry is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 337. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
337 Population 749/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $32,452 per capita
$141,800 Home Value $305,764 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,800 home value, $933/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $141,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density749/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$32,452
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$750M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,800
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,764
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.0 in/yr
Elevation1,369 ft (417 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries1

Is Lowry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowry 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lowry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowry is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% 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 Lowry is $141,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Lowry has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.0 inches, including 44.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lowry has a population of 337 with a density of 749 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

337
Total Population
749
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowry is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Lowry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,452
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$86,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% 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 Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowry is $141,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,764.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,800
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,764

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Lowry, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death8,689/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access65.0%
Healthcare Facilities22
Lowry has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.0 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall44.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,369 ft (417 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density749/sq mi
Coordinates45.7049°N, 95.5191°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density749/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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