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Squaw Lake, MN

Minnesota

Squaw Lake is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 133. Residents earn $61,875 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
133 Population 164/sq mi density
$61,875 Median Income $19,900 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$538 Median Rent 11.5% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$61,875 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $538/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,875
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $538
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density164/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,875
Per Capita$19,900
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$968M
Commute42 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$538
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47
Rent Burden11.5%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking22.6%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F (3°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute42 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Squaw Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Squaw Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Squaw Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Squaw Lake is $61,875, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Squaw Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Squaw Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Squaw Lake has a population of 133 with a density of 164 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (64.7%), with 32.3% White.

Population

133
Total Population
164
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Squaw Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Squaw Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Squaw Lake is $61,875, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Squaw Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,875
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,900
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.1 min
Drive Alone43.2%
Public Transit13.6%
Work from Home25.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Squaw Lake is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$538
54% below US avg
Rent Burden11.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.3%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.07%
In Squaw Lake, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Squaw Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.6%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.6%
Dental Visits53.5%
Premature Death6,268/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Squaw Lake has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 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) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.2°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density164/sq mi
Coordinates47.6207°N, 94.1374°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density164/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.1 min
Drive Alone43.2%
Public Transit13.6%
Work from Home25.0%

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