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Trosky, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Trosky is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 50. Residents earn $57,000 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
50 Population 35/sq mi density
$57,000 Median Income $35,654 per capita
$110,700 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 291 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$57,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,000
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density35/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,000
Per Capita$35,654
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$992M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units34
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking17.7%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.6 in/yr
Sunny Days291/yr
Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute13 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries1

Is Trosky a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trosky is $57,000, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trosky is $110,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Trosky has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 291 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.6 inches, including 39.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Trosky has a population of 50 with a density of 35 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

50
Total Population
35
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Trosky vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trosky vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trosky is $57,000, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Trosky vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,000
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,654
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$78,379

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare29
Retail29
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Trosky is $110,700, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,700
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units34
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,047
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Trosky, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep29.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.8%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death6,748/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access57.6%
Healthcare Facilities29
Trosky has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.6 inches. The area enjoys 291 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days291 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.6 inches
25% below US avg
Snowfall39.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,670 ft (509 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density35/sq mi
Coordinates43.8900°N, 96.2478°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.3-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.08
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density35/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants18
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.2 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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