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Storden, MN

Minnesota

Storden is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 289. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
289 Population 1,314/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $30,394 per capita
$77,000 Home Value
$967 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,000 home value, $967/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population289
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,314/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$30,394
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$865M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,000
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking18.3%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries3

Is Storden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Storden receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Storden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Storden is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Storden is $77,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Storden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Storden has a population of 289 with a density of 1,314 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

289
Total Population
1,314
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Storden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Storden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Storden is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Storden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,394
Avg Weekly Wage$944
IRS Avg AGI$66,746

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)447
County GDP$865M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare36
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Storden is $77,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% 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-Occupied77.7%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,244
7% below US avg
Effective Rate4.21%
In Storden, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep31.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death6,976/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Storden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,397 ft (426 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,314/sq mi
Coordinates44.0396°N, 95.3193°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.1-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.7%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,314/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants19
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone72.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.0%

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