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Nassau, MN

Minnesota

Nassau is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 50. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
50 Population 313/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $26,306 per capita
$46,000 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$46,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $46,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.9%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density313/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$26,306
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$831M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$46,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units30
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity31.9%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute21 min
Broadband18.0%
Libraries4

Is Nassau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nassau receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Nassau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nassau is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nassau is $46,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nassau has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.6 inches, including 46.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nassau has a population of 50 with a density of 313 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

50
Total Population
313
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Nassau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nassau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nassau is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nassau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,306
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$84,966

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$831M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare25
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nassau is $46,000, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$46,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units30
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate9.35%
In Nassau, 31.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.9%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma8.5%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress14.4%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep28.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate66.0%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death5,749/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access58.0%
Healthcare Facilities25
Nassau has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.6 inches
33% below US avg
Snowfall46.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,114 ft (340 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density313/sq mi
Coordinates45.0677°N, 96.4418°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS46051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.4-point margin. 18.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density313/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access18.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants23
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone94.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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