Springfield, MN

Minnesota

Springfield is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,209. Residents earn $59,412 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,209 Population 1,175/sq mi density
$59,412 Median Income $28,931 per capita
$117,600 Home Value $203,493 Zillow
$781 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,412 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,600 home value, $781/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,412
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,600
58% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,209
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density1,175/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,412
Per Capita$28,931
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$2,006M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,600
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,493

Crime

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

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.6 in/yr
Elevation1,056 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute22 min
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Springfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springfield receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Springfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springfield is $59,412, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 4.3% 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 Springfield is $117,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Springfield 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

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Springfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.6 inches, including 42.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Springfield has a population of 2,209 with a density of 1,175 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.3% Black.

Population

2,209
Total Population
1,175
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Springfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Springfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springfield is $59,412, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Springfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,412
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,931
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$77,300

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)902
County GDP$2,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants66
Healthcare93
Retail103
Manufacturing40

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Springfield is $117,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,493.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,493

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% 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-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,718
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Springfield, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate73.3%
Premature Death4,833/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access82.4%
Healthcare Facilities93
Springfield 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: Springfield 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

Safety Score

Springfield has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.6 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall42.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density1,175/sq mi
Coordinates44.2372°N, 94.9819°W
County FIPS27015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,175/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities93
Restaurants66
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home7.4%

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