New Germany, MN

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.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
581 Population 581/sq mi density
$88,438 Median Income $37,634 per capita
$252,600 Home Value $380,806 Zillow
$860 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,438 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$252,600 home value, $860/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,438
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $252,600
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population581
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density581/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,438
Per Capita$37,634
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,600
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$380,806

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation983 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+98.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is New Germany a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

New Germany has a population of 581 with a density of 581 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

581
Total Population
581
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

New Germany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Germany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Germany is $88,438, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: New Germany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,438
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,634
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Germany is $252,600, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $380,806.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,600
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$380,806

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In New Germany, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Germany vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

New Germany has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation983 ft (300 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density581/sq mi
Coordinates44.8802°N, 93.9781°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+98.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density581/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home10.2%

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