Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
New Germany is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 581. Residents earn $88,438 per year, which is 18% above the national average.
Based on current data, New Germany 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, a low poverty rate. New Germany stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in New Germany is $88,438, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in New Germany is $252,600, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
New Germany has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,438 |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,634 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,297 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $131,468 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.0% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,874 |
| County GDP | $7,614M |
| Restaurants | 188 |
| Healthcare | 268 |
| Retail | 232 |
| Manufacturing | 153 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,648 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.63% |
| Commute Time | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |
| Census Median | $252,600 |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $380,806 |
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,648 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.63% |
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.3% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.3% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 72.0% |
| Premature Death | 3,990/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 51.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 983 ft (300 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 581/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8802°N, 93.9781°W |
| County FIPS | 27019 |
Winner: Republican by 5.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.7% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 98.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 581/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Restaurants | 188 |
| Retail Stores | 232 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 29.4 min |
| Work from Home | 10.2% |