Sebeka, MN

Minnesota

Sebeka is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 716. Residents earn $40,179 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
716 Population 290/sq mi density
$40,179 Median Income $26,868 per capita
$82,900 Home Value $255,736 Zillow
$653 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,179 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,900 home value, $653/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,179
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $653
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population716
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,179
Per Capita$26,868
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,900
Rent$653
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,736
Housing Units411
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.0%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,386 ft (422 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Sebeka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sebeka receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sebeka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sebeka is $40,179, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sebeka is $82,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $653 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sebeka has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches, including 45.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sebeka has a population of 716 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

716
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sebeka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sebeka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sebeka is $40,179, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Sebeka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,179
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,868
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sebeka is $82,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $653 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,736.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,736

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$653
44% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%
Housing Units411
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Sebeka, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits63.3%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181
Sebeka has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.8°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall45.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,386 ft (422 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates46.6292°N, 95.0879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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