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Minnesota City, MN

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Minnesota City is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 152. Residents earn $62,250 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
152 Population 608/sq mi density
$62,250 Median Income $33,849 per capita
$167,800 Home Value
$795 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$62,250 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$167,800 home value, $795/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $795
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density608/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$33,849
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$731M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,800
Rent$795
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden15.8%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking13.5%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation687 ft (209 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+2.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Minnesota City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minnesota City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Minnesota City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minnesota City is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minnesota City is $167,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $795 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Minnesota City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°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 34.4 inches, including 37.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Minnesota City has a population of 152 with a density of 608 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

152
Total Population
608
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Minnesota City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minnesota City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minnesota City is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Minnesota City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,250
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,849
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$63,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% 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 Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Minnesota City is $167,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $795 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,800
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$795
32% below US avg
Rent Burden15.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Minnesota City, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Minnesota City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep29.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,434
Dentists1:837
Mental Health1:6,710
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits68.7%
Premature Death5,033/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities24
Minnesota City has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall37.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density608/sq mi
Coordinates44.0923°N, 91.7500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.3-point margin. 65.0% 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+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+2.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density608/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants46
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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