Nevis, MN

Minnesota

Nevis is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 452. Residents earn $53,889 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
452 Population 486/sq mi density
$53,889 Median Income $30,287 per capita
$167,600 Home Value $342,025 Zillow
$679 Median Rent 37.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,889 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$167,600 home value, $679/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,889
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $167,600
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $679
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population452
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,889
Per Capita$30,287
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$1,363M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$167,600
Rent$679
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,025
Rent Burden37.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Elevation1,472 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+95.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries5

Is Nevis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nevis receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Nevis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nevis is $53,889, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nevis is $167,600, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $679 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Nevis has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nevis has a population of 452 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

452
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nevis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nevis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nevis is $53,889, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Nevis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,889
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,287
Avg Weekly Wage$844
IRS Avg AGI$76,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)965
County GDP$1,363M

Business (County)

Restaurants135
Healthcare84
Retail133
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,634
32% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nevis is $167,600, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $679 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,025.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$167,600
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,025

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$679
42% below US avg
Rent Burden37.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,634
32% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Nevis, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death12,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Nevis has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,472 ft (449 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates46.9648°N, 94.8430°W
County FIPS27021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.4-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.1%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 33.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants135
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone90.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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