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Ruthton, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Pipestone County County
Ruthton, MN
At a Glance
How Ruthton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ruthton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ruthton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ruthton residents earn a median household income of $40,000 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,652. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 399 business establishments, including 17 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ruthton is $54,100 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $121,757. Median rent is $775/month, with 23.3% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Ruthton reports 144 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,770/100K.
Education
11.2% of adults in Ruthton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ruthton has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.