Melrose, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Stearns County County
Melrose, MN
At a Glance
How Melrose Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Melrose's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Melrose a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Melrose residents earn a median household income of $58,107 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,750. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,733 business establishments, including 391 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Melrose is $198,300 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $232,287. Median rent is $1,061/month, with 29.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Melrose reports 111 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 71% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 194/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Melrose hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Melrose 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 totals 29.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.