Sabin, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Sabin is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 657. Residents earn $123,750 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
657 Population 1,460/sq mi density
$123,750 Median Income $44,298 per capita
$247,300 Home Value $332,584 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$247,300 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,750
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $247,300
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population657
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density1,460/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,750
Per Capita$44,298
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$2,919M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$247,300
RentN/A
Ownership99.1%
Zillow$332,584

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain24.4 in/yr
Elevation927 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+97.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries3

Is Sabin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sabin receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sabin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sabin is $123,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places Sabin among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sabin is $247,300, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sabin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sabin has a population of 657 with a density of 1,460 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 8.1% Hispanic.

Population

657
Total Population
1,460
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sabin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sabin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sabin is $123,750, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sabin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,750
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,298
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$72,991

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,520
County GDP$2,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare178
Retail148
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sabin is $247,300, 12% below the national average. 99.1% of homes are owner-occupied. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,584.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$247,300
12% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,584

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership99.1%
Owner-Occupied99.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,896
40% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Sabin, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death7,319/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities178

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sabin has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average71°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall24.4 inches
36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation927 ft (283 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,460/sq mi
Coordinates46.7814°N, 96.6542°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27027
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.5-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.8%
D 49.3%

Winner: Democrat by 0.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,460/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities178
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.9%

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