Morgan, MN

Minnesota

Morgan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 862. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
862 Population 1,567/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $31,703 per capita
$105,900 Home Value $121,724 Zillow
$996 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,900 home value, $996/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,900
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $996
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population862
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density1,567/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$31,703
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$2,006M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,900
Rent$996
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,724

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,042 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+91.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute26 min
Libraries5

Is Morgan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morgan receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Morgan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morgan is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% 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 Morgan is $105,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $996 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

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Morgan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Morgan has a population of 862 with a density of 1,567 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

862
Total Population
1,567
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Morgan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morgan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morgan is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Morgan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$77,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)902
County GDP$2,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare93
Retail103
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Morgan is $105,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $996 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,724.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,724

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$996
14% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.51%
In Morgan, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death4,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities93

Crime Rates: Morgan vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Morgan has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,567/sq mi
Coordinates44.4159°N, 94.9249°W
County FIPS27015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,567/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants66
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home9.2%

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