Sobieski, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Sobieski is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 187. Residents earn $80,417 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
187 Population 47/sq mi density
$80,417 Median Income $35,036 per capita
$165,200 Home Value
42°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,417 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,200 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,417
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $165,200
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,417
Per Capita$35,036
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.1 in/yr
Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+91.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute35 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries10

Is Sobieski a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sobieski is $80,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sobieski is $165,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x 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%. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sobieski has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sobieski has a population of 187 with a density of 47 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sobieski vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sobieski vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sobieski is $80,417, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Sobieski vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,417
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,036
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sobieski is $165,200, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,200
41% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Sobieski, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Sobieski has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.6°F
23% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.1 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,176 ft (358 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates45.9230°N, 94.4820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 26.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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