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Palisade, MN

Minnesota

Palisade is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 135. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
135 Population 199/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $27,837 per capita
$87,500 Home Value $243,163 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value, $792/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density199/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$27,837
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$674M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,163
Housing Units81
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking20.1%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute41 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries2

Is Palisade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palisade receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Palisade offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palisade is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palisade is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Palisade has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Palisade has a population of 135 with a density of 199 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 11.9% Hispanic.

Population

135
Total Population
199
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Palisade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palisade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palisade is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Palisade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,837
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.8 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Palisade is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,163.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,163

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% 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-Occupied94.6%
Housing Units81
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Palisade, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 20.1% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.1%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,135
Dentists1:3,225
Mental Health1:1,073
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Palisade has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,241 ft (378 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density199/sq mi
Coordinates46.7127°N, 93.4893°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density199/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.8 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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