Orr, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Orr is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 391. Residents earn $92,759 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
391 Population 279/sq mi density
$92,759 Median Income $28,837 per capita
$88,400 Home Value $205,068 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
36°F Avg Temperature 269 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,759 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,400 home value, $833/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,759
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $88,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population391
Median Age27.7 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,759
Per Capita$28,837
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,400
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,068
Housing Units174
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp36°F (2°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.0 in/yr
Sunny Days269/yr
Elevation1,380 ft (421 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute38 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries17

Is Orr a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Orr receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Orr stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Orr is $92,759, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Orr is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Orr has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 36°F. Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 269 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Orr has a population of 391 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 27.7 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.7%), with 15.3% Hispanic.

Population

391
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
27.7yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Orr vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Orr vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Orr is $92,759, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Orr vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,759
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,837
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.6 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Orr is $88,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%
Housing Units174
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate6.02%
In Orr, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.5%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.1%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843
Orr has an average annual temperature of 36°F (2°C). Winters average 4°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.0 inches. The area enjoys 269 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

4°F Jan (-16°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average35.7°F
34% below US avg
January Average4°F (-16°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days269 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.0 inches
32% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,380 ft (421 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates48.0576°N, 92.8236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.6 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home2.2%

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