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Nett Lake, MN

Minnesota

Nett Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 183. Residents earn $35,000 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
183 Population 106/sq mi density
$35,000 Median Income $21,662 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
$842 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$35,000 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,000
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population183
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density106/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,000
Per Capita$21,662
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$643M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking22.9%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,300 ft (396 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+79.5%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute14 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries1

Is Nett Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nett Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nett Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nett Lake is $35,000, 53% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nett Lake is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nett Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nett Lake has a population of 183 with a density of 106 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (94%), with 4.4% White.

Population

183
Total Population
106
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nett Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.7%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.3%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Nett Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nett Lake is $35,000, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Nett Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,000
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,662
Avg Weekly Wage$1,093
IRS Avg AGI$62,473

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$643M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare51
Retail74
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Nett Lake is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied34.7%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,029
13% below US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Nett Lake, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 22.9% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nett Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma12.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.2%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,985
Dentists1:2,961
Mental Health1:534
Checkup Rate72.6%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death8,809/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.1%
Healthcare Facilities51
Nett Lake has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.0 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.7°F
32% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.0 inches
24% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,300 ft (396 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density106/sq mi
Coordinates48.1146°N, 93.0811°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.7-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 25.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+79.5%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density106/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants42
Retail Stores74

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone67.9%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home5.7%

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