Median Income
$77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$138,200
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$743
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.7%
46% lower than US avg
How Minier Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population999
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,722/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$40,464
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$138,200
Rent$743
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,060
Rent Burden32.0%
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation635 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+99.1%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.9%
Libraries12
Is Minier a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minier receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Minier stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Minier is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Minier is $138,200, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $743 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.
Education
28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Minier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Minier has a population of 999 with a density of 1,722 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).
Population
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.7% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
The median household income in Minier is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,500 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,079 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,430 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.7% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,560 |
| County GDP | $7,835M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 304 |
| Healthcare | 285 |
| Retail | 380 |
| Manufacturing | 118 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,627 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 78.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
The median home value in Minier is $138,200, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $743 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,060.
Home Values
| Census Median | $138,200 |
| 51% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $168,060 |
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $249,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $84 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $743 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,627 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.80% |
In Minier, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minier vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.6% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.8% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.0% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,936/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 285 |
Crime Rates: Minier vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Minier has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.4 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 635 ft (194 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,722/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.4337°N, 89.3139°W |
| County FIPS | 17179 |