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St. Martin, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

St. Martin is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 322. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
322 Population 370/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $34,591 per capita
$210,500 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$210,500 home value, $525/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $210,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density370/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$34,591
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$210,500
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units131
Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute37 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries10

Is St. Martin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Martin receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. St. Martin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Martin is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Martin is $210,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

St. Martin has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.1 inches, including 39.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

St. Martin has a population of 322 with a density of 370 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

322
Total Population
370
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Martin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Martin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Martin is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: St. Martin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,591
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Martin is $210,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$210,500
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In St. Martin, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits66.5%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
St. Martin has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.1 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

10°F Jan (-12°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.0°F
22% below US avg
January Average10°F (-12°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.1 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall39.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,249 ft (381 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density370/sq mi
Coordinates45.5028°N, 94.6677°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density370/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Drive Alone72.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

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