Spring Park, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Spring Park is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,869. Residents earn $46,860 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,869 Population 5,340/sq mi density
$46,860 Median Income $57,190 per capita
$598,400 Home Value $561,717 Zillow
$1,223 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,860 median income, 3.9% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$598,400 home value, $1,223/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,860
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $598,400
112% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.7%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,223
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,869
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density5,340/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,860
Per Capita$57,190
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$598,400
Rent$1,223
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$561,717

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain32.8 in/yr
Elevation950 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+94.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute22 min
Libraries7

Is Spring Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spring Park receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Spring Park has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spring Park is $46,860, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spring Park is $598,400, making it a premium housing market at 112% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,223 per month. With a home price-to-income ratio of 12.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Spring Park has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 32.8 inches, including 54.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Spring Park has a population of 1,869 with a density of 5,340 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%), with 2.6% Hispanic, 7.6% Black.

Population

1,869
Total Population
5,340
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Spring Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spring Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spring Park is $46,860, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Spring Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,860
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,190
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Spring Park is $598,400, 112% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,223 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $561,717.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$598,400
112% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$561,717
Median List Price$275,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$275,000
$/Sq Ft$274
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,223
5% above 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-Occupied22.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Spring Park, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Spring Park has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.8 inches
14% below US avg
Snowfall54.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density5,340/sq mi
Coordinates44.9359°N, 93.6301°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,340/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Work from Home5.9%

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