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Stanchfield, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Stanchfield is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 99. Residents earn $90,625 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
99 Population 134/sq mi density
$90,625 Median Income $19,493 per capita
$195,000 Home Value $384,065 Zillow
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,625 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,000 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,625
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,000
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age25.2 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,625
Per Capita$19,493
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,593M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$384,065
Housing Units21
Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking20.2%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation943 ft (287 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+74.5%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute43 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries2

Is Stanchfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanchfield receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Stanchfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanchfield is $90,625, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanchfield is $195,000, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Stanchfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.7 inches, including 44.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Stanchfield has a population of 99 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 25.2 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%), with 11.1% Hispanic, 13.1% Black.

Population

99
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
25.2yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.7%
Female 30.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanchfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanchfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanchfield is $90,625, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Stanchfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,625
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$19,493
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$72,836

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)967
County GDP$1,593M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare103
Retail120
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,971
13% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.4 min
Drive Alone40.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanchfield is $195,000, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $384,065.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,000
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$384,065

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,971
13% above US avg
Effective Rate2.04%
In Stanchfield, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stanchfield vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.3%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Checkup Rate65.7%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death6,605/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access40.1%
Healthcare Facilities103
Stanchfield has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.7 inches
22% below US avg
Snowfall44.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation943 ft (287 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates45.6632°N, 93.1817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.2-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+74.5%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density134/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants57
Retail Stores120

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.4 min
Drive Alone40.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

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