Victoria, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Victoria is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 10,972. Residents earn $192,821 per year, which is 157% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
10,972 Population 1,206/sq mi density
$192,821 Median Income $74,043 per capita
$572,800 Home Value $602,127 Zillow
$2,435 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$192,821 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$572,800 home value, $2,435/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $192,821
157% higher than US avg
Home Value $572,800
103% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.3%
100% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,435
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,972
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density1,206/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$192,821
Per Capita$74,043
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$572,800
Rent$2,435
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$602,127

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation963 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.3%
High School+98.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute34 min
Libraries7

Is Victoria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Victoria receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Victoria stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Victoria is $192,821, which is significantly higher than the national average — 157% above $75,149. This places Victoria among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Victoria is $572,800, making it a premium housing market at 103% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,435 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Victoria is a highly educated community — 67.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Victoria has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Victoria has a population of 10,972 with a density of 1,206 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

10,972
Total Population
1,206
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
9.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Victoria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Victoria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Victoria is $192,821, which is 157% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Victoria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$192,821
157% above US avg
Per Capita Income$74,043
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Victoria is $572,800, 103% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,435 (109% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $602,127.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$572,800
103% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$602,127
Median List Price$646,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$646,000
$/Sq Ft$240
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops10.8%
Inventory37

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,435
109% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,918

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate1.16%
In Victoria, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure22.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Victoria has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation963 ft (294 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density1,206/sq mi
Coordinates44.8621°N, 93.6584°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 67.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+67.3%
100% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score6.08
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,206/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home31.3%

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