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Steen, MN

Minnesota

Steen is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 105. Residents earn $56,429 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
105 Population 239/sq mi density
$56,429 Median Income $36,173 per capita
$88,000 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,429 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,000 home value, $525/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,429
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age52.7 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,429
Per Capita$36,173
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,000
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking17.6%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,494 ft (455 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute36 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries6

Is Steen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Steen 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 below-average incomes, long commute times. Steen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Steen is $56,429, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Steen is $88,000, 69% 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 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Steen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 34.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Steen has a population of 105 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 52.7 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
52.7yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%
Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Steen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.1%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.9%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Steen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Steen is $56,429, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Steen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,429
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,173
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$84,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)553
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare26
Retail48
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Steen is $88,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,000
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,342
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.93%
In Steen, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death4,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access53.1%
Healthcare Facilities26
Steen has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall34.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,494 ft (455 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates43.5143°N, 96.2631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.8-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.5%
D 14.7%

Winner: Republican by 69.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants24
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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