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Rushmore, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Nobles County County
Rushmore, MN
At a Glance
How Rushmore Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rushmore's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rushmore a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rushmore residents earn a median household income of $39,205 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,778. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 638 business establishments, including 42 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rushmore is $107,200 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $240,607. Median rent is $750/month, with 45.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Rushmore reports 146 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,548/100K.
Education
8.8% of adults in Rushmore hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below the national average). 76.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rushmore has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.