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Meire Grove, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Meire Grove is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 170. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
170 Population 436/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $30,771 per capita
$164,600 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 18.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,600 home value, $750/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $164,600
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$30,771
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,600
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden18.0%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+6.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute29 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries10

Is Meire Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Meire Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Meire Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Meire Grove is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Meire Grove is $164,600, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Meire Grove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Meire Grove has a population of 170 with a density of 436 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 2.4% Black.

Population

170
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Meire Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Meire Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Meire Grove is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Meire Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,771
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Meire Grove is $164,600, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,600
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden18.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.6%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Meire Grove, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Meire Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep30.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,025
Dentists1:1,224
Mental Health1:235
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Meire Grove has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates45.6264°N, 94.8694°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+6.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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