Pemberton, MN

Minnesota

Pemberton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 236. Residents earn $54,750 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
236 Population 1,242/sq mi density
$54,750 Median Income $29,270 per capita
$155,000 Home Value $233,767 Zillow
$1,725 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $1,725/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,750
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,725
48% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population236
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density1,242/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,750
Per Capita$29,270
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,256M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$1,725
Ownership87.6%
Zillow$233,767
Rent Burden47.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation1,047 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries4

Is Pemberton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pemberton 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 below-average incomes. Pemberton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pemberton is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pemberton is $155,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,725 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pemberton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 52.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pemberton has a population of 236 with a density of 1,242 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%).

Population

236
Total Population
1,242
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pemberton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pemberton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pemberton is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pemberton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,750
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,270
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$66,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$1,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare58
Retail57
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,459
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Pemberton is $155,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,725 (48% above US avg). 87.6% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,767

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,725
48% above US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership87.6%
Owner-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,459
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Pemberton, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate72.7%
Premature Death5,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Pemberton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall52.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,047 ft (319 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,242/sq mi
Coordinates44.0085°N, 93.7839°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,242/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone79.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home1.5%

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