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Pine Bend, MN

Minnesota

Pine Bend is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 17. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
17 Population 13/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $15,906 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value, $675/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$15,906
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$249M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units11
Rent Burden27.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,462 ft (446 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+66.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute30 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries1

Is Pine Bend a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Bend is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Bend is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pine Bend has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pine Bend has a population of 17 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (70.6%), with 29.4% White.

Population

17
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Bend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pine Bend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Bend is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pine Bend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate27.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Bend is $9,999, 96% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.1%
Housing Units11
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate27.33%
Pine Bend has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,462 ft (446 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates47.4183°N, 95.5968°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+66.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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