Soudan, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Soudan is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 434. Residents earn $55,526 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
434 Population 638/sq mi density
$55,526 Median Income $32,355 per capita
$99,400 Home Value $109,476 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 19.7% income on rent
37°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,526 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,400 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,526
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population434
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density638/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,526
Per Capita$32,355
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$13,874M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,476
Rent Burden19.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp37°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Elevation1,411 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+96.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries17

Is Soudan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Soudan receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Soudan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Soudan is $55,526, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Soudan is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Soudan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 37°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches, including 68.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Soudan has a population of 434 with a density of 638 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

434
Total Population
638
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Soudan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Soudan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Soudan is $55,526, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Soudan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,526
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163
IRS Avg AGI$73,234

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,646
County GDP$13,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants557
Healthcare843
Retail793
Manufacturing188

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Soudan is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,476.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$109,476

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,326
52% above US avg
Effective Rate5.36%
In Soudan, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death8,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access81.4%
Healthcare Facilities843

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Soudan has an average annual temperature of 37°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average36.9°F
32% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall68.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,411 ft (430 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density638/sq mi
Coordinates47.8130°N, 92.2356°W
County FIPS27137
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.7-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.2%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density638/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities843
Restaurants557
Retail Stores793

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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