Olivia, MN

Minnesota

Olivia is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,243. Residents earn $62,683 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
2,243 Population 927/sq mi density
$62,683 Median Income $32,811 per capita
$156,600 Home Value $193,465 Zillow
$740 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
253 Violent Crime/100K 2,359 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,683 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,600 home value, $740/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
253 violent crimes/100K (33% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,683
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $156,600
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 253/100K
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $740
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,243
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density927/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,683
Per Capita$32,811
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,190M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,600
Rent$740
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,465

Crime

F
Violent253/100K
Property2,359/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault211/100K
Burglary295/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.9 in/yr
Elevation1,070 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+90.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute18 min
Libraries5

Is Olivia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olivia receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Olivia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olivia is $62,683, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olivia is $156,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $740 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Olivia is below the national average at 253 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,359 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Olivia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches, including 37.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Olivia has a population of 2,243 with a density of 927 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

2,243
Total Population
927
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Olivia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olivia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olivia is $62,683, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Olivia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,683
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,811
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$75,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)594
County GDP$1,190M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare44
Retail56
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Olivia is $156,600, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $740 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,465.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,600
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,465

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$740
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Olivia, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death7,904/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities44
Olivia has a violent crime rate of 253 per 100,000 residents, 33% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,359 per 100,000 (20% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent252.7/100K
33% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape42.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault210.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,358.9/100K
20% above US avg
Burglary294.9/100K
Theft1,937.7/100K
Vehicle Theft126.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Olivia has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.9 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall37.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,070 ft (326 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density927/sq mi
Coordinates44.7770°N, 94.9971°W
County FIPS27129
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.4%

Winner: Republican by 41.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density927/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities44
Restaurants21
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Work from Home5.8%

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