Strandquist, MN

Minnesota

Strandquist is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 88.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
88 Population 338/sq mi density
$28,300 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $28,300
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density338/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$30,301
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$439M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$28,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation1,065 ft (325 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Strandquist a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strandquist receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Strandquist has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strandquist is $28,300, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Strandquist has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Strandquist has a population of 88 with a density of 338 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

88
Total Population
338
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33%
Female 67%

Race & Ethnicity

Strandquist vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Strandquist vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strandquist is N/A. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Strandquist vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$30,301
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$78,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Strandquist is $28,300, 90% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$28,300
90% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.7%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate11.70%
In Strandquist, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.2%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death5,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Strandquist has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,065 ft (325 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density338/sq mi
Coordinates48.4894°N, 96.4479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density338/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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