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New Munich, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

New Munich is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 275. Residents earn $90,714 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
275 Population 519/sq mi density
$90,714 Median Income $38,233 per capita
$165,300 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$90,714 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,300 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,714
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,300
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans17.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,714
Per Capita$38,233
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries10

Is New Munich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Munich receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. New Munich 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 Munich is $90,714, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Munich is $165,300, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New Munich has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New Munich has a population of 275 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

275
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Munich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Munich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Munich is $90,714, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Munich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,714
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Munich is $165,300, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,300
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In New Munich, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
New Munich has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates45.6308°N, 94.7525°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.1%

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