Plummer, MN

Minnesota

Plummer is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 379. Residents earn $91,500 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
379 Population 142/sq mi density
$91,500 Median Income $34,413 per capita
$156,300 Home Value $231,255 Zillow
$859 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,500 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,300 home value, $859/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,500
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $859
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,500
Per Capita$34,413
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$248M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,300
Rent$859
Ownership78.0%
Zillow$231,255
Rent Burden16.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Elevation1,126 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries1

Is Plummer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plummer receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Plummer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plummer is $91,500, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plummer is $156,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $859 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Plummer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.3 inches, including 49.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Plummer has a population of 379 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 4% Black.

Population

379
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plummer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plummer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plummer is $91,500, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Plummer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,500
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,413
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$66,613

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)126
County GDP$248M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare5
Retail17

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Plummer is $156,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $859 (26% below US avg). 78.0% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$859
26% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.0%
Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

In Plummer, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death7,813/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Plummer has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.3 inches
36% below US avg
Snowfall49.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,126 ft (343 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates47.9152°N, 96.0415°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants13
Retail Stores17

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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