Oklee, MN

Minnesota

Oklee is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 432. Residents earn $56,667 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
432 Population 576/sq mi density
$56,667 Median Income $25,736 per capita
$108,500 Home Value $192,974 Zillow
$583 Median Rent 50.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,667 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,500 home value, $583/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,667
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $583
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population432
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density576/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,667
Per Capita$25,736
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$393M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,500
Rent$583
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,974
Rent Burden50.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Elevation1,152 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries1

Is Oklee a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oklee is $56,667, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oklee is $108,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oklee has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oklee has a population of 432 with a density of 576 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 9.5% Hispanic.

Population

432
Total Population
576
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Oklee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oklee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oklee is $56,667, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Oklee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,667
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,736
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Oklee is $108,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $583 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,974.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,974

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$583
50% below US avg
Rent Burden50.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Oklee, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities17

Crime Rates: Oklee vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Oklee has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,152 ft (351 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density576/sq mi
Coordinates47.8387°N, 95.8495°W
County FIPS27029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density576/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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