Verndale, MN

Minnesota

Verndale is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 479. Residents earn $44,083 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
479 Population 465/sq mi density
$44,083 Median Income $43,595 per capita
$105,500 Home Value $250,100 Zillow
$661 Median Rent 21.1% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,083 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,500 home value, $661/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,083
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $661
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population479
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,083
Per Capita$43,595
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,500
Rent$661
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$250,100
Rent Burden21.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,348 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+88.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband74.9%
Libraries5

Is Verndale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verndale receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Verndale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verndale is $44,083, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verndale is $105,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $661 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Verndale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Verndale has a population of 479 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

479
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Verndale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Verndale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verndale is $44,083, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Verndale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,083
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,595
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above 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 Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Verndale is $105,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $661 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $250,100.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$250,100

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$661
43% below US avg
Rent Burden21.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Verndale, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate71.2%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Verndale has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,348 ft (411 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates46.3969°N, 95.0122°W
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin. 74.9% 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+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone69.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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