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Perley, MN

Minnesota

Perley is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 108. Residents earn $71,458 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
108 Population 432/sq mi density
$71,458 Median Income $35,902 per capita
$84,400 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$71,458 median income, 14.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,458
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.1%
292% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,458
Per Capita$35,902
Unemployment14.1%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$246M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units54
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation875 ft (267 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Perley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perley receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Perley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perley is $71,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 14.1%, unemployment is notably high. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perley is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Perley 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. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.7 inches, including 40.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Perley has a population of 108 with a density of 432 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

108
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.7%
Female 59.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Perley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Perley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perley is $71,458, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Perley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,458
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,902
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.1%
292% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Perley is $84,400, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units54
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Perley, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate71.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Dentists1:1,594
Mental Health1:6,329
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death7,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Perley has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.1°F
22% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.7 inches
35% below US avg
Snowfall40.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation875 ft (267 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates47.1762°N, 96.8015°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+94.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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