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Meadowlands, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Meadowlands is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 151. Residents earn $41,528 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
151 Population 387/sq mi density
$41,528 Median Income $19,350 per capita
$55,000 Home Value $165,234 Zillow
$671 Median Rent 20.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,528 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $671/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,528
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $671
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density387/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,528
Per Capita$19,350
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$671
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,234
Housing Units65
Rent Burden20.7%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+95.9%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute33 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries17

Is Meadowlands a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meadowlands receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Meadowlands offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meadowlands is $41,528, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meadowlands is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $671 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Meadowlands has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 6°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 24.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Meadowlands has a population of 151 with a density of 387 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%), with 2% Hispanic, 21.9% Black.

Population

151
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Meadowlands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meadowlands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meadowlands is $41,528, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Meadowlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,528
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,350
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% 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 Rate9.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Meadowlands is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $671 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,234.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,234

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$671
42% below US avg
Rent Burden20.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate9.68%
In Meadowlands, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:810
Dentists1:1,023
Mental Health1:268
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843
Meadowlands has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.8 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,276 ft (389 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates47.0731°N, 92.7313°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin. 55.0% 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+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+95.9%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density387/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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