Minnesota
Lynd is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 570. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lynd receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Lynd stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Lynd is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Lynd is $170,000, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $737 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Lynd has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.9 inches, including 43.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 80.6% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.4% |
| 45% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $79,375 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,855 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,017 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,952 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 859 |
| County GDP | $2,100M |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Healthcare | 130 |
| Retail | 119 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,674 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.16% |
| Commute Time | 16.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |
| Census Median | $170,000 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $237,326 |
| Census Median Rent | $737 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,674 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.16% |
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 6,490/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 28.9 inches |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 43.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,271 ft (387 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.4018°N, 95.8741°W |
| County FIPS | 27083 |
Winner: Republican by 31.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.8% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 130 |
| Restaurants | 65 |
| Retail Stores | 119 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 16.0 min |
| Work from Home | 13.9% |