Okabena, MN

Minnesota

Okabena is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 200. Residents earn $98,750 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
200 Population 588/sq mi density
$98,750 Median Income $44,667 per capita
$99,300 Home Value
$1,083 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$98,750 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,300 home value, $1,083/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,750
31% higher than US avg
Home Value $99,300
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,083
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density588/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,750
Per Capita$44,667
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$881M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,300
Rent$1,083
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity35.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries3

Is Okabena a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okabena receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Okabena stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Okabena is $98,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 31% above $75,149. This places Okabena among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 4.0% 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 Okabena is $99,300, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,083 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Okabena has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 48.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Okabena has a population of 200 with a density of 588 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

200
Total Population
588
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Okabena vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Okabena vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okabena is $98,750, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Okabena vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,750
31% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,667
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$72,550

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$881M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare27
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,615
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone54.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Okabena is $99,300, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,083 (7% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,300
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,083
7% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,615
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Okabena, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities27
Okabena has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall48.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,421 ft (433 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density588/sq mi
Coordinates43.7393°N, 95.3188°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density588/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants22
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone54.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.5%

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