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Taopi, MN

Minnesota

Taopi is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 49. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
49 Population 126/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $44,804 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
43°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population49
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$44,804
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$2,995M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units32
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.4 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute23 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries4

Is Taopi a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taopi 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. Taopi stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taopi 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 0.0%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taopi is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Taopi has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.4 inches, including 50.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Taopi has a population of 49 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

49
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Taopi vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Taopi vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taopi is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Taopi vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,804
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$68,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)900
County GDP$2,995M

Business (County)

Restaurants69
Healthcare109
Retail119
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taopi is $90,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%
Housing Units32
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,183
20% above US avg
Effective Rate4.65%
In Taopi, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.4%
Dental Visits65.0%
Premature Death6,955/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.0%
Healthcare Facilities109
Taopi has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.4 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average42.9°F
21% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.4 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall50.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,342 ft (409 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates43.5575°N, 92.6404°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.4%
D 43.9%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities109
Restaurants69
Retail Stores119

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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