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Mentor, MN

Minnesota

Mentor is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 143. Residents earn $42,143 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
143 Population 75/sq mi density
$42,143 Median Income $34,350 per capita
$56,100 Home Value $317,649 Zillow
$771 Median Rent 21.5% income on rent
40°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
3.6 / 5.0
$42,143 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,100 home value, $771/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,143
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $771
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density75/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,143
Per Capita$34,350
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$248M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,100
Rent$771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$317,649
Housing Units95
Rent Burden21.5%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking17.5%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,174 ft (358 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries1

Is Mentor a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mentor is $42,143, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mentor is $56,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $771 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

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mentor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mentor has a population of 143 with a density of 75 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

143
Total Population
75
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mentor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mentor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mentor is $42,143, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mentor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,143
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,350
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$66,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$248M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mentor is $56,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $771 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $317,649.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,100
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$317,649

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$771
34% below US avg
Rent Burden21.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Mentor, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death7,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities5
Mentor has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 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) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,174 ft (358 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density75/sq mi
Coordinates47.6967°N, 96.1440°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density75/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone69.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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