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McKinley, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

McKinley is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 99. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
99 Population 69/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $40,799 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
36°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.5%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age63.3 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$40,799
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units64
Rent Burden31.4%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,426 ft (435 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.5%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute20 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries17

Is McKinley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McKinley is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McKinley is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

McKinley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

McKinley has a population of 99 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 63.3 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

99
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
63.3yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

McKinley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McKinley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McKinley is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: McKinley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,799
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McKinley is $125,000, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Housing Units64
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate4.26%
In McKinley, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843
McKinley has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.4°F
33% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.1 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,426 ft (435 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates47.5099°N, 92.4065°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.5%
18% below US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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