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Shevlin, MN

Minnesota

Shevlin is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 143. Residents earn $61,786 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
143 Population 177/sq mi density
$61,786 Median Income $31,024 per capita
$66,700 Home Value $243,417 Zillow
$1,361 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$61,786 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,700 home value, $1,361/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,786
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,361
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,786
Per Capita$31,024
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$393M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,700
Rent$1,361
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,417
Housing Units72
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking19.9%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,454 ft (443 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+81.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute29 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries1

Is Shevlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shevlin 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, a low poverty rate. Shevlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shevlin is $61,786, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shevlin is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,361 per month. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Shevlin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Shevlin has a population of 143 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shevlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.8%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.2%
39% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shevlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shevlin is $61,786, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Shevlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,786
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)231
County GDP$393M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail37
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone59.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shevlin is $66,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,361 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,700
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,417

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,361
17% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Shevlin, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.9%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate69.3%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Shevlin has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,454 ft (443 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates47.5301°N, 95.2595°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+81.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone59.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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