Mazeppa, MN

Minnesota

Mazeppa is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 948. Residents earn $88,929 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
948 Population 870/sq mi density
$88,929 Median Income $44,421 per capita
$231,200 Home Value $366,958 Zillow
$1,005 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$88,929 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$231,200 home value, $1,005/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,929
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $231,200
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,005
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population948
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density870/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,929
Per Capita$44,421
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$3,916M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$231,200
Rent$1,005
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$366,958

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Elevation939 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute25 min
Libraries5

Is Mazeppa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mazeppa receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Mazeppa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mazeppa is $88,929, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.9% 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 Mazeppa is $231,200, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,005 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mazeppa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches, including 43.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mazeppa has a population of 948 with a density of 870 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 1.1% Black.

Population

948
Total Population
870
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mazeppa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mazeppa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mazeppa is $88,929, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mazeppa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,929
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,421
Avg Weekly Wage$1,164
IRS Avg AGI$80,551

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,388
County GDP$3,916M

Business (County)

Restaurants102
Healthcare158
Retail173
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,437
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mazeppa is $231,200, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,005 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $366,958.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$231,200
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$366,958

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,005
14% 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-Occupied78.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,437
27% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Mazeppa, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,296/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access84.2%
Healthcare Facilities158

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Mazeppa has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density870/sq mi
Coordinates44.2737°N, 92.5402°W
County FIPS27049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.3%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density870/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants102
Retail Stores173

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home11.7%

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