Lynd, MN

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
570 Population 491/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $27,855 per capita
$170,000 Home Value $237,326 Zillow
$737 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$79,375 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,000 home value, $737/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,000
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $737
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population570
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 60%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$27,855
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$2,100M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,000
Rent$737
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$237,326

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.9 in/yr
Elevation1,271 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+96.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Libraries5

Is Lynd a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Lynd has a population of 570 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.5%).

Population

570
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lynd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynd is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Lynd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,855
Avg Weekly Wage$1,017
IRS Avg AGI$74,952

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)859
County GDP$2,100M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare130
Retail119
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,674
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynd is $170,000, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $737 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $237,326.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,000
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$237,326

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$737
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,674
5% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Lynd, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death6,490/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access81.6%
Healthcare Facilities130

Crime Rates: Lynd vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lynd has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.9 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates44.4018°N, 95.8741°W
County FIPS27083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities130
Restaurants65
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home13.9%

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