Royalton, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Royalton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,092. Residents earn $64,643 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,092 Population 543/sq mi density
$64,643 Median Income $33,048 per capita
$201,500 Home Value $266,550 Zillow
$642 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,643 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$201,500 home value, $642/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,643
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $201,500
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,092
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density543/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,643
Per Capita$33,048
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$2,398M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,500
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$266,550

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Elevation1,082 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+95.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute29 min
Libraries1

Is Royalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royalton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Royalton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Royalton is $64,643, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Royalton is $201,500, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Royalton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Royalton has a population of 1,092 with a density of 543 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 3% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

1,092
Total Population
543
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Royalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Royalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royalton is $64,643, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Royalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,643
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,048
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$69,499

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,063
County GDP$2,398M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare119
Retail117
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,076
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Royalton is $201,500, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $266,550.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,500
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$266,550

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,076
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.02%
In Royalton, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death6,370/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access65.1%
Healthcare Facilities119

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Royalton has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density543/sq mi
Coordinates45.8303°N, 94.2926°W
County FIPS27009
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 35.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density543/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants56
Retail Stores117

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

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