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Sanborn, MN

Minnesota

Sanborn is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 328. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
328 Population 158/sq mi density
$43,438 Median Income $28,301 per capita
$58,800 Home Value
$99 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,438 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $99/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,438
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $99
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population328
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density158/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,438
Per Capita$28,301
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$865M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$99
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.2%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,101 ft (336 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Broadband79.6%
Libraries3

Is Sanborn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sanborn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sanborn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sanborn is $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sanborn is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $99 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sanborn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sanborn has a population of 328 with a density of 158 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

328
Total Population
158
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sanborn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sanborn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sanborn is $43,438, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sanborn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,438
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,301
Avg Weekly Wage$944
IRS Avg AGI$66,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)447
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Sanborn is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $99 (91% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$99
91% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Rate5.52%
In Sanborn, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep30.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Sanborn has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,101 ft (336 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density158/sq mi
Coordinates44.2100°N, 95.1295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density158/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home5.2%

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