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South End, MN

Minnesota

South End is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 40. Residents earn $28,750 per year, which is 62% below the national average.

1.3 /5.0
F Poor
40 Population 23/sq mi density
$28,750 Median Income $12,433 per capita
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
F
Overall
1.3 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$28,750 median income, 12.5% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $28,750
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.5%
247% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.3%
120% higher than US avg

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

People

Population40
Median Age31.5 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female63% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$28,750
Per Capita$12,433
Unemployment12.5%
Poverty27.3%
County GDP$249M
Commute20 min

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+92.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries1

Is South End a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South End receives an overall livability score of 1.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. South End faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South End is $28,750, 62% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

South End has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.6 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

South End has a population of 40 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 31.5 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (92.5%), with 7.5% White.

Population

40
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
31.5yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.5%
Female 37.5%

Race & Ethnicity

South End vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.2%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.8%
3% above US avg

Social Characteristics

South End vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South End is $28,750, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: South End vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$28,750
62% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.5%
247% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.3%
120% above US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

South End has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.7°F
28% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.6 inches
27% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,519 ft (463 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates47.3231°N, 95.4788°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+92.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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