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Trommald, MN

Minnesota

Trommald is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 113. Residents earn $52,667 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
113 Population 31/sq mi density
$52,667 Median Income $19,519 per capita
$138,600 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$52,667 median income, 16.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,600 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,667
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,600
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.7%
364% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density31/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans84.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,667
Per Capita$19,519
Unemployment16.7%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$4,044M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,600
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries3

Is Trommald a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trommald receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Trommald offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trommald is $52,667, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.7%, unemployment is notably high. 11.7% 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 Trommald is $138,600, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 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

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Trommald has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 39.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Trommald has a population of 113 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

113
Total Population
31
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Trommald vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Trommald vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trommald is $52,667, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Trommald vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,667
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,519
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$74,335

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.7%
364% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,376
County GDP$4,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants219
Healthcare256
Retail381
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Trommald is $138,600, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,600
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,830
38% above US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Trommald, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep31.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.0%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Primary Care1:989
Dentists1:1,213
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death7,321/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.6%
Healthcare Facilities256
Trommald has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average41.5°F
23% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall39.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density31/sq mi
Coordinates46.5077°N, 94.0152°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.4-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 31.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density31/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities256
Restaurants219
Retail Stores381

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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