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Sunburg, MN

Minnesota

Sunburg is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 108. Residents earn $40,000 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
108 Population 230/sq mi density
$40,000 Median Income $25,211 per capita
$72,500 Home Value $337,361 Zillow
$758 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $758/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,000
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population108
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,000
Per Capita$25,211
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$3,138M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$337,361
Housing Units49
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking13.2%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,258 ft (383 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute33 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries6

Is Sunburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunburg receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Sunburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunburg is $40,000, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sunburg is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Sunburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°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 29.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sunburg has a population of 108 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

108
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sunburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunburg is $40,000, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Sunburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,000
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$75,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,484
County GDP$3,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants94
Healthcare223
Retail168
Manufacturing65

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,927
41% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunburg is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $337,361.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$337,361

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$758
35% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,927
41% above US avg
Effective Rate6.80%
In Sunburg, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma8.7%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.5%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.9%
Dental Visits70.9%
Premature Death6,132/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities223
Sunburg has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
22% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,258 ft (383 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates45.3480°N, 95.2398°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 31 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density230/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants94
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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