New Richland, MN

Minnesota

New Richland is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,068. Residents earn $62,841 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,068 Population 1,810/sq mi density
$62,841 Median Income $30,029 per capita
$133,000 Home Value $252,177 Zillow
$544 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
167 Violent Crime/100K 84 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$62,841 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,000 home value, $544/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,841
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,000
53% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,068
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density1,810/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,841
Per Capita$30,029
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$1,740M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,000
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,177

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property84/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault167/100K
Burglary84/100K

Health

Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.8 in/yr
Elevation1,186 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+95.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is New Richland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Richland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Richland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Richland is $62,841, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Richland is $133,000, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in New Richland is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 84 per 100,000, 96% below the national average.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New Richland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.8 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New Richland has a population of 1,068 with a density of 1,810 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

1,068
Total Population
1,810
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Richland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Richland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Richland is $62,841, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: New Richland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,841
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,029
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$64,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)832
County GDP$1,740M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail131
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in New Richland is $133,000, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,177.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,000
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,177

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% 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-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,279
22% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In New Richland, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death7,899/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access61.1%
Healthcare Facilities66
New Richland has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 84 per 100,000 (96% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent167.1/100K
56% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault167.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property83.5/100K
96% below US avg
Burglary83.5/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Richland has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.8 inches
6% below US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,186 ft (361 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,810/sq mi
Coordinates43.8939°N, 93.4939°W
County FIPS27047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,810/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores131

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home6.4%

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