St. Clair, MN

Minnesota

St. Clair is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 785. Residents earn $101,375 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
785 Population 1,208/sq mi density
$101,375 Median Income $35,983 per capita
$200,800 Home Value
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$101,375 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,800 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,375
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,800
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,375
Per Capita$35,983
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$1,256M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity32.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation979 ft (298 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+99.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries4

Is St. Clair a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Clair receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. St. Clair stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Clair is $101,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places St. Clair among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Clair is $200,800, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

St. Clair has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 52.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

St. Clair has a population of 785 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

785
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Clair vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Clair vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Clair is $101,375, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: St. Clair vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,375
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,983
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$66,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)552
County GDP$1,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare58
Retail57
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,459
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Clair is $200,800, 29% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,800
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,459
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In St. Clair, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Clair vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.1%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate73.1%
Premature Death5,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities58
St. Clair has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.6°F
17% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall52.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation979 ft (298 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates44.0839°N, 93.8605°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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