McIntosh, MN

Minnesota

McIntosh is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 836. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
836 Population 836/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $22,705 per capita
$100,700 Home Value $193,917 Zillow
$563 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,700 home value, $563/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,700
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Median Rent $563
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population836
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$22,705
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$249M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,700
Rent$563
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,917
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Elevation1,235 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute14 min
Broadband84.9%
Libraries1

Is McIntosh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McIntosh receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. McIntosh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McIntosh is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McIntosh is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

McIntosh has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

McIntosh has a population of 836 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 2.4% Hispanic, 11.6% Black.

Population

836
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.6%
Female 40.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McIntosh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only63.7%
19% below US avg
Spanish36.3%
171% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McIntosh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McIntosh is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: McIntosh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,705
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in McIntosh is $100,700, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,917.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,700
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,917

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In McIntosh, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death19,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities10

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

McIntosh has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,235 ft (376 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates47.6374°N, 95.8870°W
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 84.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.3%

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