Mahtomedi, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Mahtomedi is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 8,108. Residents earn $132,326 per year, which is 76% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
8,108 Population 2,337/sq mi density
$132,326 Median Income $72,037 per capita
$466,100 Home Value $468,669 Zillow
$1,608 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$132,326 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$466,100 home value, $1,608/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $132,326
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $466,100
65% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.6%
86% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,608
38% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,108
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density2,337/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,326
Per Capita$72,037
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$17,078M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$466,100
Rent$1,608
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$468,669

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation926 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.6%
High School+98.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute25 min
Libraries9

Is Mahtomedi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mahtomedi receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Mahtomedi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mahtomedi is $132,326, which is significantly higher than the national average — 76% above $75,149. This places Mahtomedi among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mahtomedi is $466,100, making it a premium housing market at 65% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,608 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mahtomedi is a highly educated community — 62.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mahtomedi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mahtomedi has a population of 8,108 with a density of 2,337 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

8,108
Total Population
2,337
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mahtomedi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mahtomedi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mahtomedi is $132,326, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mahtomedi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$132,326
76% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,167
IRS Avg AGI$112,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,011
County GDP$17,078M

Business (County)

Restaurants458
Healthcare845
Retail692
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,819
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mahtomedi is $466,100, 65% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,608 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $468,669.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$466,100
65% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$468,669
Median List Price$544,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$544,950
$/Sq Ft$215
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.2%
Price Drops37.5%
Inventory16

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,608
38% above 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,819
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Mahtomedi, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate74.0%
Premature Death4,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access94.6%
Healthcare Facilities845

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Mahtomedi has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation926 ft (282 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density2,337/sq mi
Coordinates45.0583°N, 92.9702°W
County FIPS27163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 53.5%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.6%
86% above US avg
High School+98.3%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,337/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities845
Restaurants458
Retail Stores692

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home29.2%

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