Oslo, MN

Minnesota

Oslo is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 297. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
297 Population 803/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $32,822 per capita
$101,800 Home Value $171,111 Zillow
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,800 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $101,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density803/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$32,822
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,027M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,111
Rent Burden25.8%

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation808 ft (246 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+92.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.6%
Libraries3

Is Oslo a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oslo is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oslo is $101,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Oslo has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Oslo has a population of 297 with a density of 803 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

297
Total Population
803
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Oslo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.9%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.1%
125% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Oslo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oslo is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Oslo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,822
Avg Weekly Wage$1,100
IRS Avg AGI$81,292

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)519
County GDP$1,027M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oslo is $101,800, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,111.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,111

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,643
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.56%
In Oslo, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,772/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities35
Oslo has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation808 ft (246 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density803/sq mi
Coordinates48.1956°N, 97.1314°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.2-point margin. 95.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+92.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density803/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants26
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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