Stockton, MN

Minnesota

Stockton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 684. Residents earn $83,438 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
684 Population 402/sq mi density
$83,438 Median Income $34,053 per capita
$229,000 Home Value $310,105 Zillow
$933 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$83,438 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$229,000 home value, $933/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,438
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $229,000
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $933
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population684
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,438
Per Capita$34,053
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$731M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$229,000
Rent$933
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$310,105
Housing Units326
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.8%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute19 min
Broadband97.6%
Libraries2

Is Stockton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stockton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Stockton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stockton is $83,438, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stockton is $229,000, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $933 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Stockton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches, including 37.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Stockton has a population of 684 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

684
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Stockton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stockton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stockton is $83,438, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Stockton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,438
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,053
Avg Weekly Wage$895
IRS Avg AGI$63,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare24
Retail32
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stockton is $229,000, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $933 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $310,105.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$229,000
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$310,105

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$933
20% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.3%
Housing Units326
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,359
25% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Stockton, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep29.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death5,033/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access64.1%
Healthcare Facilities24
Stockton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall37.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates44.0271°N, 91.7697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.3-point margin. 97.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.4%
D 34.2%

Winner: Republican by 30.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density402/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants46
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.9%

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