Spring Grove, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Spring Grove is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,223. Residents earn $60,221 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,223 Population 1,235/sq mi density
$60,221 Median Income $33,326 per capita
$148,200 Home Value $255,925 Zillow
$1,074 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,221 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,200 home value, $1,074/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,221
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,200
47% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.1%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,074
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,223
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,235/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,221
Per Capita$33,326
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$810M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,200
Rent$1,074
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,925

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation1,319 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute33 min
Libraries5

Is Spring Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Spring Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Grove is $60,221, 20% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Grove is $148,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,074 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Spring Grove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Spring Grove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Spring Grove has a population of 1,223 with a density of 1,235 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

1,223
Total Population
1,235
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Grove is $60,221, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Spring Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,221
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,326
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,487

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)471
County GDP$810M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare50
Retail52
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Grove is $148,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,074 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,925.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,925

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$140
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,074
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,147
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Spring Grove, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Spring Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate71.4%
Premature Death6,148/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access96.6%
Healthcare Facilities50
Spring Grove has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Spring Grove has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.5°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,319 ft (402 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Coordinates43.5608°N, 91.6370°W
County FIPS27055
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants29
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Work from Home6.2%

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