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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,412 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,931 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,066 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,300 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 902 |
| County GDP | $2,006M |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 103 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,718 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.16% |
| Commute Time | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |
| Census Median | $117,600 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $203,493 |
| Census Median Rent | $781 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,718 |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.16% |
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 4,833/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Total Violent | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 0.0/100K |
| Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Annual Average | 44.4°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 14°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.6 inches |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 42.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,056 ft (322 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.2372°N, 94.9819°W |
| County FIPS | 27015 |
Winner: Republican by 35.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.0% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,175/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
| Restaurants | 66 |
| Retail Stores | 103 |
| Avg Commute | 21.8 min |
| Work from Home | 7.4% |