Median Income $49,375

34% lower than US avg

Home Value $158,300

44% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 15.8%

53% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 29.7%

7% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.3%

15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42

Median Age56.5 yrs

Density12/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 81%

Veterans38.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$49,375

Per Capita$36,660

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.3%

County GDP$674M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$158,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$203,443

Housing Units45

Rent Burden29.7%

Health

Obesity29.7%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking14.7%

Depression23.5%

Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Sunny Days253/yr

Elevation1,267 ft (386 m)

Education

Bachelor's+15.8%

High School+94.7%

Graduate+1.6%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%

Commute25 min

Broadband27.0%

Libraries2

Is Tamarack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamarack receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tamarack offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tamarack is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tamarack is $158,300, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Tamarack has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Tamarack has a population of 42 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 14.3% Black.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

56.5yrs

Median Age

45% above US avg

3.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%

Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamarack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.4%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.6%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tamarack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamarack is $49,375, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Tamarack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,375
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,660
Avg Weekly Wage	$917
IRS Avg AGI	$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.3%
	15% above US avg
Establishments (County)	476
County GDP	$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants	55
Healthcare	39
Retail	65
Manufacturing	21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,500
	0% below US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tamarack is $158,300, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,443.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$158,300
	44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$203,443

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	74.1%
Housing Units	45
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,500
	0% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.21%

In Tamarack, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	29.7%
	7% below US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.0%
Asthma	10.0%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.8%
Physical Inactivity	22.5%
Depression	23.5%
Mental Distress	15.6%
Physical Distress	11.5%
Short Sleep	30.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	82.9%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	66.2%
Dental Visits	55.5%
Premature Death	8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.5/10
Exercise Access	48.6%
Healthcare Facilities	39

Tamarack has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 253 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 Average	40.5°F
	25% below US avg
January Average	9°F (-13°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,267 ft (386 m)
Area	3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density	12/sq mi
Coordinates	46.6530°N, 93.1250°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27001

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%

D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	15.8%
	53% below US avg
High School+	94.7%
Graduate Degree+	1.6%
School Test Score	6.08

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	12/sq mi
Total Area	3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	27.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	39
Restaurants	55
Retail Stores	65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Tamarack, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Tamarack a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Tamarack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Tamarack vs U.S. Average

Income: Tamarack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities