Pine Point, MN

Minnesota

Pine Point is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 275. Residents earn $40,000 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
275 Population 76/sq mi density
$40,000 Median Income $14,066 per capita
$76,700 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$40,000 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $544/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.3%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$14,066
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$2,058M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden41.7%

Health

Obesity45.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Elevation1,538 ft (469 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+84.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute35 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Pine Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pine Point receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Pine Point has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pine Point is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pine Point is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Pine Point has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Pine Point has a population of 275 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (92%), with 6.2% White.

Population

275
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pine Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.0%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.0%
12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Pine Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pine Point is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Pine Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,000
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,066
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$73,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,140
County GDP$2,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare95
Retail135
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pine Point is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,803
37% above US avg
Effective Rate6.26%
In Pine Point, 45.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Pine Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.3%
41% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma13.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death7,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access61.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Pine Point has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 23.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.4°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall23.9 inches
37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,538 ft (469 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates46.9853°N, 95.4000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.1-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.8%
D 32.7%

Winner: Republican by 33.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants83
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit8.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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