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Mizpah, MN

Minnesota

Mizpah is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 50. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
50 Population 17/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $24,304 per capita
$187,500 Home Value
38°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,500 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $187,500
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$24,304
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$968M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden29.4%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,394 ft (425 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute47 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries1

Is Mizpah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mizpah receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Mizpah stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mizpah is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mizpah is $187,500, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mizpah has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Mizpah has a population of 50 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

50
Total Population
17
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Mizpah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mizpah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mizpah is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Mizpah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,304
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.9 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mizpah is $187,500, 33% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,500
33% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.6%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
Mizpah has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,394 ft (425 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates47.9209°N, 94.2132°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density17/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.9 min
Drive Alone92.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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