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Riverton, MN

Minnesota

Riverton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 148. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
148 Population 183/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $29,749 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$682 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $682/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $682
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density183/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$29,749
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$4,044M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$682
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units80
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+82.6%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries3

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton 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, a low poverty rate. Riverton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverton is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverton is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $682 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Riverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Riverton has a population of 148 with a density of 183 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 16.2% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
183
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Riverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,749
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$74,335

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,376
County GDP$4,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare256
Retail381
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverton is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $682 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$682
41% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units80
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Riverton, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.7%
Dental Visits64.0%
Premature Death7,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities256
Riverton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.2°F
22% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.5 inches
35% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density183/sq mi
Coordinates46.4570°N, 94.0545°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 66.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+82.6%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density183/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants219
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone95.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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