Twin Valley, MN

Minnesota

Twin Valley is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 725. Residents earn $59,250 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
725 Population 843/sq mi density
$59,250 Median Income $31,335 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $159,457 Zillow
$1,046 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,250 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $1,046/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,250
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,046
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population725
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density843/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,250
Per Capita$31,335
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$246M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$1,046
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,457
Housing Units382
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.1%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries1

Is Twin Valley a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Twin Valley is $59,250, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Twin Valley is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,046 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Twin Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Twin Valley has a population of 725 with a density of 843 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 6.9% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.

Population

725
Total Population
843
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Twin Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Twin Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Twin Valley is $59,250, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Twin Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,250
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,335
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$69,820

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)259
County GDP$246M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare17
Retail27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Twin Valley is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,046 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,457.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,457

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,046
10% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units382
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,057
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.42%
In Twin Valley, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Twin Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.2%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death7,593/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.4%
Healthcare Facilities17
Twin Valley has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.0°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.0 inches
34% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,092 ft (333 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density843/sq mi
Coordinates47.2589°N, 96.2592°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.8%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density843/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants8
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone70.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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