Nerstrand, MN

Minnesota

Nerstrand is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 210. Residents earn $83,125 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
210 Population 149/sq mi density
$83,125 Median Income $41,877 per capita
$194,000 Home Value $402,620 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,125 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,125
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,000
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,125
Per Capita$41,877
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$4,083M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$402,620
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+92.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute21 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries3

Is Nerstrand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nerstrand receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Nerstrand stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nerstrand is $83,125, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nerstrand is $194,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nerstrand has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nerstrand has a population of 210 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

210
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nerstrand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nerstrand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nerstrand is $83,125, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Nerstrand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,125
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,877
Avg Weekly Wage$1,165
IRS Avg AGI$80,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,786
County GDP$4,083M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare181
Retail179
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nerstrand is $194,000, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $402,620.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,000
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$402,620
Median List Price$875,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$875,000
$/Sq Ft$165
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Nerstrand, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate73.7%
Premature Death5,294/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities181
Nerstrand has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,181 ft (360 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates44.3429°N, 93.0640°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants136
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone73.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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