New York Mills, MN

Minnesota

New York Mills is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,319. Residents earn $51,696 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,319 Population 891/sq mi density
$51,696 Median Income $36,397 per capita
$144,900 Home Value $260,285 Zillow
$712 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,696 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,900 home value, $712/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,696
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $712
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,319
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,696
Per Capita$36,397
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,900
Rent$712
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,285

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Elevation1,416 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+91.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute17 min
Libraries5

Is New York Mills a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New York Mills is $51,696, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New York Mills is $144,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $712 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New York Mills 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 26.9 inches, including 45.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New York Mills has a population of 1,319 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,319
Total Population
891
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New York Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New York Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New York Mills is $51,696, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: New York Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,696
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.2 min
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New York Mills is $144,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $712 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,285.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,285
Median List Price$145,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$145,000
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$712
39% 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-Occupied57.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In New York Mills, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Checkup Rate70.6%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

New York Mills has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall45.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,416 ft (432 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density891/sq mi
Coordinates46.5196°N, 95.3728°W
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density891/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.2 min
Work from Home3.0%

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