Mapleton, MN

Minnesota

Mapleton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,745. Residents earn $82,031 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,745 Population 1,274/sq mi density
$82,031 Median Income $32,879 per capita
$176,400 Home Value $236,925 Zillow
$772 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
114 Violent Crime/100K 1,028 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$82,031 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$176,400 home value, $772/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
114 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,031
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $176,400
37% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 114/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $772
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,745
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density1,274/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,031
Per Capita$32,879
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$788M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$176,400
Rent$772
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,925

Crime

F
Violent114/100K
Property1,028/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault57/100K
Burglary57/100K

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation1,038 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Mapleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mapleton is $82,031, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mapleton is $176,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $772 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Mapleton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,028 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mapleton has a population of 1,745 with a density of 1,274 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%).

Population

1,745
Total Population
1,274
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is $82,031, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,031
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,879
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$64,356

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare47
Retail57
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mapleton is $176,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $772 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,925.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$176,400
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$772
34% 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-Occupied76.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Rate1.67%
In Mapleton, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate73.0%
Premature Death7,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities47
Mapleton has a violent crime rate of 114 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,028 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent114.2/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape57.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault57.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,028.0/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary57.1/100K
Theft913.8/100K
Vehicle Theft57.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density1,274/sq mi
Coordinates43.9271°N, 93.9553°W
County FIPS27043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,274/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants34
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home7.3%

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