Median Income $46,500

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $60,000

79% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.3%

93% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.0%

3% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.1%

14% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.4%

65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123

Median Age51.5 yrs

Density351/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans97.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,500

Per Capita$24,796

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty4.4%

County GDP$611M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$60,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$288,647

Housing Units74

Rent Burden23.7%

Health

Obesity33.0%

Uninsured6.9%

Smoking15.9%

Depression22.3%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain33.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,204 ft (367 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.3%

High School+98.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%

Commute25 min

Broadband58.0%

Libraries5

Is Ormsby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ormsby receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Ormsby offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ormsby is $46,500, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ormsby is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Ormsby 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.

Ormsby has a population of 123 with a density of 351 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

123

Total Population

351

People / sq mi

51.5yrs

Median Age

32% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ormsby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ormsby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ormsby is $46,500, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ormsby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,500
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$24,796
Avg Weekly Wage	$929
IRS Avg AGI	$64,714

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.1%
	14% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.4%
	65% below US avg
Establishments (County)	343
County GDP	$611M

Business (County)

Restaurants	19
Healthcare	26
Retail	40
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,808
	20% below US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ormsby is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $288,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$60,000
	79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$288,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	93.1%
Housing Units	74
Median Year Built	1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,808
	20% below US avg
Effective Rate	4.68%

In Ormsby, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.0%
	3% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.9%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.2%
Physical Inactivity	23.0%
Depression	22.3%
Mental Distress	14.7%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	26.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.7%
Uninsured	6.9%
	20% below US avg
Checkup Rate	64.1%
Dental Visits	58.6%
Premature Death	6,012/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	71.4%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Ormsby 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 Average	45.4°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	33.1 inches
	13% below US avg
Snowfall	50.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,204 ft (367 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	351/sq mi
Coordinates	43.8504°N, 94.6986°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27165

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.8-point margin. 58.0% 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+	2.3%
	93% below US avg
High School+	98.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.08

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	351/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	58.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	19
Retail Stores	40

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Ormsby, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Ormsby a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Ormsby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Ormsby vs U.S. Average

Income: Ormsby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities