Shafer, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Shafer is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,151. Residents earn $96,042 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,151 Population 906/sq mi density
$96,042 Median Income $37,870 per capita
$225,700 Home Value $342,155 Zillow
$954 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,042 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$225,700 home value, $954/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,042
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $225,700
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,151
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density906/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,042
Per Capita$37,870
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$2,242M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,700
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,155

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation946 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+95.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute39 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Shafer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shafer receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Shafer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shafer is $96,042, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shafer is $225,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Shafer has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.5 inches, including 42.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Shafer has a population of 1,151 with a density of 906 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,151
Total Population
906
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Shafer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shafer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shafer is $96,042, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Shafer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,042
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,870
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$84,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,401
County GDP$2,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare155
Retail158
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.6 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shafer is $225,700, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,700
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,155

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,004
43% above US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Shafer, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate72.9%
Premature Death5,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access70.4%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Shafer has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall42.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation946 ft (288 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density906/sq mi
Coordinates45.3900°N, 92.7583°W
County FIPS27025
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.5%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density906/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants93
Retail Stores158

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.6 min
Work from Home7.5%

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