Nashwauk, MN

Minnesota

Nashwauk is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,035. Residents earn $58,533 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,035 Population 68/sq mi density
$58,533 Median Income $31,159 per capita
$102,400 Home Value $122,959 Zillow
$697 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,533 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,400 home value, $697/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,533
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $697
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,035
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,533
Per Capita$31,159
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,400
Rent$697
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,959

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Elevation1,486 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+93.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute22 min
Libraries6

Is Nashwauk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nashwauk receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nashwauk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nashwauk is $58,533, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nashwauk is $102,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $697 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nashwauk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nashwauk has a population of 1,035 with a density of 68 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

1,035
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
15.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.9%
Female 43.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Nashwauk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nashwauk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nashwauk is $58,533, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Nashwauk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,533
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Nashwauk is $102,400, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $697 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,959.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,400
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,959

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$697
40% 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-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Nashwauk, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Nashwauk has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,486 ft (453 m)
Area15.2 sq mi (39.3 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates47.3800°N, 93.1667°W
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area15.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home9.5%

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