Ogilvie, MN

Minnesota

Ogilvie is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 388. Residents earn $47,188 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
388 Population 436/sq mi density
$47,188 Median Income $29,171 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $269,860 Zillow
$855 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,188 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $855/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,188
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $855
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population388
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density436/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,188
Per Capita$29,171
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$549M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$855
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,860
Housing Units183
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.6%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute42 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries1

Is Ogilvie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ogilvie receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Ogilvie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogilvie is $47,188, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ogilvie is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $855 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ogilvie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches, including 52.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ogilvie has a population of 388 with a density of 436 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

388
Total Population
436
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogilvie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ogilvie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogilvie is $47,188, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Ogilvie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,188
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,171
Avg Weekly Wage$995
IRS Avg AGI$65,032

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)364
County GDP$549M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare42
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogilvie is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $855 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,860.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,860

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$855
26% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.8%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,231
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Ogilvie, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death7,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities42
Ogilvie has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall52.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,034 ft (315 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density436/sq mi
Coordinates45.8298°N, 93.4230°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.4-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.4%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density436/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants27
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Drive Alone73.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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