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Viking, MN

Minnesota

Viking is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 120. Residents earn $74,750 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
120 Population 231/sq mi density
$74,750 Median Income $43,090 per capita
$130,000 Home Value $261,017 Zillow
40°F Avg Temperature 200 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,000 home value
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,750
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,000
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population120
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,750
Per Capita$43,090
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$439M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,017
Housing Units52
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.2%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days200/yr
Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute21 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Viking a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Viking receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Viking offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Viking is $74,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Viking is $130,000, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Viking has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 200 sunny days, the area sees less sunshine than many U.S. cities. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Viking has a population of 120 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

120
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Viking vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Viking vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Viking is $74,750, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Viking vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,750
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,090
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$78,876

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)348
County GDP$439M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare18
Retail29
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Viking is $130,000, 54% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,017.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,017

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.1%
Housing Units52
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,310
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Viking, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death5,947/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities18
Viking has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 200 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days200 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates48.2182°N, 96.4068°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.7-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants22
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.3%

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