Milan, MN

Minnesota

Milan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 498. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
498 Population 732/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $23,332 per capita
$70,000 Home Value
$1,102 Median Rent 16.1% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value, $1,102/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,102
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.8%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population498
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density732/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$23,332
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$800M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
Rent$1,102
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden16.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.4 in/yr
Elevation1,006 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+74.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute36 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries3

Is Milan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milan receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Milan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milan is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milan is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,102 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Milan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.4 inches, including 51.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Milan has a population of 498 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (37.6%).

Population

498
Total Population
732
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Milan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only46.4%
41% below US avg
Spanish53.6%
300% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Milan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milan is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Milan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,332
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$69,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$800M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare22
Retail42
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Milan is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,102 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,102
5% below US avg
Rent Burden16.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,890
17% below US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Milan, 45.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.8%
43% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate75.6%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,978/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access58.4%
Healthcare Facilities22

Crime Rates: Milan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Milan has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.4 inches
28% below US avg
Snowfall51.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,006 ft (307 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density732/sq mi
Coordinates45.1126°N, 95.9118°W
County FIPS27151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+74.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density732/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants25
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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