Raymond, MN

Minnesota

Raymond is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 771. Residents earn $62,308 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
771 Population 866/sq mi density
$62,308 Median Income $31,166 per capita
$146,000 Home Value $235,837 Zillow
$959 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,308 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,000 home value, $959/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,308
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,000
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density866/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,308
Per Capita$31,166
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$3,138M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,000
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,837
Housing Units334
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+88.6%
Graduate+0.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute21 min
Broadband80.9%
Libraries6

Is Raymond a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raymond receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Raymond offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raymond is $62,308, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raymond is $146,000, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Raymond has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches, including 46.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Raymond has a population of 771 with a density of 866 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%).

Population

771
Total Population
866
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Raymond vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Raymond vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raymond is $62,308, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Raymond vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,308
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,166
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$75,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,484
County GDP$3,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare223
Retail168
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,927
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Raymond is $146,000, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,837.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,000
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,837

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%
Housing Units334
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,927
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Raymond, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death6,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities223
Raymond has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.7°F
19% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.7 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall46.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,075 ft (328 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density866/sq mi
Coordinates45.0184°N, 95.2367°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 80.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+88.6%
Graduate Degree+0.8%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density866/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants94
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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