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Odessa, MN

Minnesota

Odessa is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 91. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
91 Population 94/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $30,952 per capita
$66,000 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.9%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$30,952
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$336M
Commute47 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units81
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.1%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation957 ft (292 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.9%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute47 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries2

Is Odessa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odessa receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Odessa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odessa is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odessa is $66,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Odessa has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 43.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Odessa has a population of 91 with a density of 94 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%).

Population

91
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Odessa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odessa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odessa is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Odessa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,952
Avg Weekly Wage$1,026
IRS Avg AGI$68,920

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)221
County GDP$336M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare23
Retail25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.3 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Odessa is $66,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,260
35% below US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Odessa, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Odessa vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:572
Dentists1:2,572
Mental Health1:729
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death8,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access6.9%
Healthcare Facilities23
Odessa has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall43.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation957 ft (292 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates45.2622°N, 96.3335°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.8%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.9%
4% above US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants18
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.3 min
Drive Alone73.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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