Median Income $85,000

13% higher than US avg

Home Value $242,400

14% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.4%

22% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.5%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.6%

111% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.8%

77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population365

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density34/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans14.6%

Economy

B+

Median Income$85,000

Per Capita$34,785

Unemployment7.6%

Poverty2.8%

County GDP$1,907M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$242,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units164

Health

Obesity37.5%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking15.6%

Depression28.9%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain32.7 in/yr

Sunny Days249/yr

Elevation1,177 ft (359 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.4%

High School+98.7%

Graduate+6.5%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%

Commute32 min

Broadband92.9%

Libraries3

Is Mahtowa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mahtowa receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mahtowa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mahtowa is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mahtowa is $242,400, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mahtowa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.7 inches, including 71.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mahtowa has a population of 365 with a density of 34 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

365

Total Population

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

10.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57%

Female 43%

Race & Ethnicity

Mahtowa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.2%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.8%
	72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mahtowa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mahtowa is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Mahtowa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$85,000
	13% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,785
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,117
IRS Avg AGI	$67,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.6%
	111% above US avg
Poverty Rate	2.8%
	77% below US avg
Establishments (County)	816
County GDP	$1,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants	54
Healthcare	102
Retail	99
Manufacturing	27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,404
	26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.1 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mahtowa is $242,400, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$242,400
	14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	95.0%
Housing Units	164
Median Year Built	1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,404
	26% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.82%

In Mahtowa, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.5%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	9.1%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	28.0%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	5.3%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.6%
	11% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.5%
Physical Inactivity	23.6%
Depression	28.9%
Mental Distress	17.5%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.0%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	70.7%
Dental Visits	63.1%
Premature Death	7,923/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	62.7%
Healthcare Facilities	102

Mahtowa has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.7 inches. The area enjoys 249 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	39.7°F
	26% below US avg
January Average	10°F (-12°C)
July Average	66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	249 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	32.7 inches
	14% below US avg
Snowfall	71.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,177 ft (359 m)
Area	10.6 sq mi (27.4 km²)
Population Density	34/sq mi
Coordinates	46.5517°N, 92.6361°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27017

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.6-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%

D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.4%
	22% below US avg
High School+	98.7%
Graduate Degree+	6.5%
School Test Score	6.08

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	34/sq mi
Total Area	10.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.9%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	102
Restaurants	54
Retail Stores	99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.1 min
Drive Alone	80.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	14.6%

Mahtowa, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Mahtowa a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Mahtowa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Mahtowa vs U.S. Average

Income: Mahtowa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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