Minnesota
Middle River is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 281. Residents earn $57,188 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Middle River receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Middle River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Middle River is $57,188, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Middle River is $103,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $313 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Middle River has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $57,188 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $35,087 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,089 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,876 |
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 348 |
| County GDP | $439M |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,310 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.20% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |
| Census Median | $103,500 |
| 63% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $313 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 18.2% |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Homeownership | 80.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,310 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.20% |
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 17.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,947/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Annual Average | 39.9°F |
| 26% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,142 ft (348 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 562/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.4349°N, 96.1617°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 27089 |
Winner: Republican by 51.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.6% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 562/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 85.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Retail Stores | 29 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.7% |