Sherburn, MN

Minnesota

Sherburn is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 946. Residents earn $63,026 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
946 Population 1,028/sq mi density
$63,026 Median Income $29,384 per capita
$97,900 Home Value $230,644 Zillow
$734 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$63,026 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,900 home value, $734/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,026
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $734
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population946
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density1,028/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,026
Per Capita$29,384
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,429M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,900
Rent$734
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,644
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation1,299 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+95.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.8%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Sherburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sherburn receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Sherburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sherburn is $63,026, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sherburn is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sherburn has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sherburn has a population of 946 with a density of 1,028 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%).

Population

946
Total Population
1,028
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Sherburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sherburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sherburn is $63,026, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Sherburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,026
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,384
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)705
County GDP$1,429M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare84
Retail80
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sherburn is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,644.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,644

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$734
37% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Sherburn, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death6,227/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Sherburn has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,299 ft (396 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Coordinates43.6549°N, 94.7275°W
County FIPS27091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+95.3%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,028/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants49
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home7.1%

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