Median Income $67,500

10% lower than US avg

Home Value $104,300

63% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 21.7%

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.9%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.3%

47% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.1%

59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population311

Median Age36.2 yrs

Density778/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$67,500

Per Capita$29,996

Unemployment5.3%

Poverty5.1%

County GDP$1,490M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$104,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$181,264

Housing Units129

Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity36.9%

Uninsured8.5%

Smoking16.9%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain30.9 in/yr

Sunny Days270/yr

Elevation1,056 ft (322 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+21.7%

High School+89.4%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%

Commute22 min

Broadband83.3%

Libraries4

Is Vesta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vesta receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Vesta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vesta is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vesta is $104,300, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Vesta has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.9 inches, including 43.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Vesta has a population of 311 with a density of 778 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

311

Total Population

778

People / sq mi

36.2yrs

Median Age

7% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Vesta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.4%
	24% above US avg
Spanish	2.6%
	81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vesta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vesta is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Vesta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$67,500
	10% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,996
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,028
IRS Avg AGI	$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.3%
	47% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.1%
	59% below US avg
Establishments (County)	592
County GDP	$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants	33
Healthcare	56
Retail	58
Manufacturing	33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,426
	2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.1 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Vesta is $104,300, 63% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,264.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$104,300
	63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$181,264

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	96.7%
Housing Units	129
Median Year Built	1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,426
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.28%

In Vesta, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.9%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	9.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	5.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.9%
	21% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	23.2%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	18.2%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	27.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.0%
Uninsured	8.5%
	1% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.5%
Dental Visits	68.8%
Premature Death	6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	45.9%
Healthcare Facilities	56

Vesta has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.9 inches. The area enjoys 270 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 Average	44.8°F
	17% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	30.9 inches
	19% below US avg
Snowfall	43.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,056 ft (322 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	778/sq mi
Coordinates	44.5066°N, 95.4141°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27127

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%

D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	21.7%
	36% below US avg
High School+	89.4%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	6.08

C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	778/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.3%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	56
Restaurants	33
Retail Stores	58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.1 min
Drive Alone	89.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.6%

Vesta, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Vesta a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Vesta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Vesta vs U.S. Average

Income: Vesta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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