Underwood, MN

Minnesota

Underwood is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 437. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
437 Population 741/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $31,988 per capita
$168,800 Home Value $321,529 Zillow
$1,016 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $1,016/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.9%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,016
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.5%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population437
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density741/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$31,988
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$1,016
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,529
Rent Burden21.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.2 in/yr
Elevation1,347 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.9%
High School+89.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute20 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries5

Is Underwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Underwood receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Underwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Underwood is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Underwood is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Underwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Underwood has a population of 437 with a density of 741 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

437
Total Population
741
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Underwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Underwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Underwood is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Underwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,988
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Underwood is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,016 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,529.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,529

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,016
13% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Underwood, 32.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.5%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181

Crime Rates: Underwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Underwood has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.9°F
24% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.2 inches
26% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,347 ft (411 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density741/sq mi
Coordinates46.2911°N, 95.8728°W
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.9%
23% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density741/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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