Vergas, MN

Minnesota

Vergas is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 241. Residents earn $85,000 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
241 Population 154/sq mi density
$85,000 Median Income $66,903 per capita
$163,700 Home Value $367,095 Zillow
$617 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$85,000 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$163,700 home value, $617/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,000
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $163,700
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $617
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density154/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,000
Per Capita$66,903
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$163,700
Rent$617
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,095
Housing Units169
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking13.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.5 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute24 min
Broadband83.1%
Libraries5

Is Vergas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vergas receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Vergas stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vergas is $85,000, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vergas is $163,700, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $617 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vergas has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches, including 47.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Vergas has a population of 241 with a density of 154 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

241
Total Population
154
People / sq mi
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vergas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vergas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vergas is $85,000, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Vergas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,000
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,903
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% 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 Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Vergas is $163,700, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $617 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,095.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$163,700
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,095

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$617
47% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Housing Units169
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Vergas, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure24.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.5%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181
Vergas has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.5 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.5 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall47.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,407 ft (429 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density154/sq mi
Coordinates46.6488°N, 95.8021°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 83.1% 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+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density154/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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