Rose Creek, MN

Minnesota

Rose Creek is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 453. Residents earn $79,583 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
453 Population 924/sq mi density
$79,583 Median Income $34,864 per capita
$139,800 Home Value $287,057 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,583 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,800 home value, $725/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,583
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $139,800
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population453
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density924/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,583
Per Capita$34,864
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$2,995M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,800
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$287,057
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.2 in/yr
Elevation1,262 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+95.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries4

Is Rose Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rose Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Rose Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rose Creek is $79,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rose Creek is $139,800, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Rose Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.2 inches, including 43.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Rose Creek has a population of 453 with a density of 924 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

453
Total Population
924
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Rose Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rose Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rose Creek is $79,583, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Rose Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,583
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,864
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$68,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)900
County GDP$2,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare109
Retail119
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Rose Creek is $139,800, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,057.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,800
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$287,057

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Rose Creek, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rose Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate71.7%
Premature Death6,955/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities109

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Rose Creek has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.2 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall43.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,262 ft (385 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density924/sq mi
Coordinates43.6045°N, 92.8289°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density924/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants69
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone82.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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