Median Income
$45,938
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$76,100
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.9%
44% lower than US avg
How Minatare Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population731
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,661/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Economy
C+
Median Income$45,938
Per Capita$23,212
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$2,384M
Commute17 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$76,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,227
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Elevation3,821 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+80.2%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Libraries6
Is Minatare a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minatare receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Minatare offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Minatare is $45,938, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Minatare is $76,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Minatare experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 15.7 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Minatare has a population of 731 with a density of 1,661 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 74.1% |
| 6% below US avg |
| Spanish | 25.9% |
| 93% above US avg |
The median household income in Minatare is $45,938, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,938 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $23,212 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $994 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,293 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.1% |
| 208% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,217 |
| County GDP | $2,384M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 103 |
| Healthcare | 118 |
| Retail | 146 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,423 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.6 min |
| Work from Home | 3.4% |
The median home value in Minatare is $76,100, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,227.
Home Values
| Census Median | $76,100 |
| 73% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $211,227 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,423 |
| 55% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.13% |
In Minatare, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minatare vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 8.8% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.8% |
| Depression | 17.2% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,217/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 118 |
Crime Rates: Minatare vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Minatare has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 15.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 15.7 inches |
| 59% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 42.5 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,821 ft (1,165 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8116°N, 103.5009°W |
| County FIPS | 31157 |