Swanville, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Swanville is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 241. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 455/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $33,534 per capita
$151,300 Home Value $322,419 Zillow
$656 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,300 home value, $656/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,300
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $656
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density455/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$33,534
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$12,618M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,300
Rent$656
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$322,419
Housing Units135
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,185 ft (361 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries10

Is Swanville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swanville 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Swanville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swanville is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Swanville is $151,300, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $656 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Swanville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 54.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Swanville has a population of 241 with a density of 455 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

241
Total Population
455
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Swanville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Swanville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swanville is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Swanville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,534
Avg Weekly Wage$1,198
IRS Avg AGI$79,564

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,733
County GDP$12,618M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare529
Retail642
Manufacturing231

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Swanville is $151,300, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $656 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $322,419.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,300
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$322,419

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$656
44% below US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.2%
Housing Units135
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,101
46% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Swanville, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death6,211/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities529
Swanville has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall54.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,185 ft (361 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates45.9162°N, 94.6388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.8-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.7%

Winner: Republican by 26.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density455/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities529
Restaurants391
Retail Stores642

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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