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Solway, MN

Minnesota · Clearwater County

Solway is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 116. Residents earn $118,750 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
116 Population 113/sq mi density
$118,750 Median Income $34,047 per capita
$185,800 Home Value $245,304 Zillow
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$118,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,800 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,750
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,800
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.6%
9% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population116
Median Age25.8 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,750
Per Capita$34,047
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$393M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$245,304
Housing Units41
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking16.6%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,451 ft (442 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.6%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute16 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries1

Is Solway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Solway receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Solway stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Solway is $118,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Solway among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Solway is $185,800, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Solway 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.

Solway has a population of 116 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 25.8 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.6%), with 43.1% Hispanic.

Population

116
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
25.8yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Solway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Solway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Solway is $118,750, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Solway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,750
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,047
Avg Weekly Wage$1,116
IRS Avg AGI$60,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% 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 Rate1.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Solway is $185,800, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,304.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,800
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$245,304

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units41
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,300
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.24%
In Solway, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep32.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate51.8%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,859
Dentists1:2,883
Mental Health1:4,322
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death9,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access59.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Solway 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

Elevation1,451 ft (442 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates47.5210°N, 95.1303°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyClearwater County County
County FIPS27029
Solway is located in Clearwater County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 36.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 41.0% 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+36.6%
9% above US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyClearwater County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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