Trimont, MN

Minnesota

Trimont is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 658. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
658 Population 833/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $31,148 per capita
$83,900 Home Value $208,823 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 37.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population658
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density833/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$31,148
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$1,429M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,823
Housing Units323
Rent Burden37.9%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries4

Is Trimont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trimont receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Trimont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trimont is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trimont is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Trimont has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Trimont has a population of 658 with a density of 833 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

658
Total Population
833
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Trimont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trimont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trimont is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Trimont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$69,768

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)705
County GDP$1,429M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare84
Retail80
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Trimont is $83,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,823.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,823

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden37.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.4%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,403
3% below US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Trimont, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death6,227/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities84
Trimont has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.7 inches
19% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density833/sq mi
Coordinates43.7610°N, 94.7162°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27091
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.1%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density833/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants49
Retail Stores80

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone68.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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