Mabel, MN

Minnesota

Mabel is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 832. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
832 Population 1,733/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $30,398 per capita
$124,600 Home Value $202,398 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 18.9% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$124,600 home value, $792/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $124,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population832
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density1,733/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$30,398
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$1,354M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$124,600
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,398
Rent Burden18.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,118 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+88.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute26 min
Libraries5

Is Mabel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mabel receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mabel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mabel is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mabel is $124,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mabel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mabel has a population of 832 with a density of 1,733 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

832
Total Population
1,733
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mabel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mabel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mabel is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mabel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,398
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$79,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)767
County GDP$1,354M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare59
Retail96
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,702
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mabel is $124,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,398.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$124,600
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,398
Median List Price$172,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$172,500
$/Sq Ft$142
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% below US avg
Rent Burden18.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,702
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Mabel, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death4,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access74.3%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Mabel has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,118 ft (341 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,733/sq mi
Coordinates43.5198°N, 91.7681°W
County FIPS19191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 44.6%

Winner: Republican by 9.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.5%
48% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,733/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants60
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Work from Home1.3%

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