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Odin, MN

Minnesota

Odin is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 130. Residents earn $35,625 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
130 Population 351/sq mi density
$35,625 Median Income $18,568 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $238,844 Zillow
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$35,625 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,625
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.9%
109% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density351/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,625
Per Capita$18,568
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty25.9%
County GDP$611M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,844
Housing Units59
Rent Burden23.7%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,213 ft (370 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute32 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries5

Is Odin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Odin receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Odin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Odin is $35,625, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Odin is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Odin 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. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 50.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Odin has a population of 130 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

130
Total Population
351
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Odin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Odin is $35,625, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Odin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,625
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,568
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$64,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.9%
109% above US avg
Establishments (County)343
County GDP$611M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare26
Retail40
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,808
20% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Odin is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$238,844

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.3%
Housing Units59
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,808
20% below US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Odin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.7%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death6,012/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access71.4%
Healthcare Facilities26
Odin 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 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,213 ft (370 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density351/sq mi
Coordinates43.8673°N, 94.7428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.9%
D 35.1%

Winner: Republican by 27.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density351/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants19
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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