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Minneiska, MN

Minnesota

Minneiska is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 104. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
104 Population 200/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $45,745 per capita
$191,700 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$191,700 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $191,700
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age58.4 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$45,745
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$731M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$191,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured4.7%
Smoking12.2%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,133 ft (345 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+98.9%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute26 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries2

Is Minneiska a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minneiska receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Minneiska stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minneiska is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minneiska is $191,700, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Minneiska experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches, including 36.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Minneiska has a population of 104 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 6.7% Black.

Population

104
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
58.4yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Minneiska vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.2%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Minneiska vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minneiska is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Minneiska vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,745
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$63,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare24
Retail32
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Minneiska is $191,700, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$191,700
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.2%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Minneiska, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma8.3%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress12.5%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep23.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.7%
45% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,434
Dentists1:837
Mental Health1:6,710
Checkup Rate58.4%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death5,033/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities24
Minneiska has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average15°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.4 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall36.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,133 ft (345 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates44.1973°N, 91.8807°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.3-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+98.9%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants46
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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