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Sedan, MN

Minnesota · Pope County

Sedan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 36. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
36 Population 71/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $37,781 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density71/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans34.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$37,781
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$750M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units22
Rent Burden30.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+4.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries1

Is Sedan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedan receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Sedan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedan is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedan is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sedan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.4 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sedan has a population of 36 with a density of 71 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

36
Total Population
71
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sedan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedan is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Sedan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,781
Avg Weekly Wage$1,084
IRS Avg AGI$86,497

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)381
County GDP$750M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail44
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedan is $65,000, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units22
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
Sedan has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,350 ft (411 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density71/sq mi
Coordinates45.5782°N, 95.2453°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPope County County
County FIPS27121
Sedan is located in Pope County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+4.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density71/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyPope County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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