St. Hilaire, MN

Minnesota

St. Hilaire is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 285. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
285 Population 365/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $35,721 per capita
$163,900 Home Value
$1,113 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,900 home value, $1,113/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $163,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,113
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population285
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density365/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$35,721
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$2,743M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,900
Rent$1,113
Ownership85.2%
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation1,091 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+88.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries1

Is St. Hilaire a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Hilaire receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. St. Hilaire offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Hilaire is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Hilaire is $163,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

St. Hilaire has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

St. Hilaire has a population of 285 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

285
Total Population
365
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Hilaire vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

St. Hilaire vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Hilaire is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: St. Hilaire vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$66,431

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$2,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare43
Retail67
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Hilaire is $163,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,113 (4% below US avg). 85.2% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,900
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,113
4% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.2%
Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,970
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In St. Hilaire, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate72.3%
Premature Death7,574/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities43

Crime Rates: St. Hilaire vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

St. Hilaire has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,091 ft (333 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density365/sq mi
Coordinates48.0132°N, 96.2136°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density365/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants36
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.5%

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