Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Virginia is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 8,362. Residents earn $48,321 per year, which is 36% below the national average.
Based on current data, Virginia receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Virginia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Virginia is $48,321, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Virginia is $117,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 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.
The violent crime rate of 532 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 6,046 per 100,000, 208% above the national average.
20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Virginia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches, including 61.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 95.5% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.5% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $48,321 |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,013 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,163 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $73,234 |
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.3% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,646 |
| County GDP | $13,874M |
| Restaurants | 557 |
| Healthcare | 843 |
| Retail | 793 |
| Manufacturing | 188 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,326 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.53% |
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |
| Census Median | $117,500 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $127,519 |
| Census Median Rent | $789 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,326 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.53% |
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 71.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,681/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 843 |
| Total Violent | 531.8/100K |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Murder | 11.6/100K |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Rape | 80.9/100K |
| Robbery | 80.9/100K |
| Assault | 358.4/100K |
| Total Property | 6,046.2/100K |
| 208% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,156.1/100K |
| Theft | 4,450.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 439.3/100K |
| Arson | 23.1/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 38.0°F |
| 30% below US avg | |
| January Average | 5°F (-15°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 27.7 inches |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 61.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,538 ft (469 m) |
| Area | 18.8 sq mi (48.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 446/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5280°N, 92.5176°W |
| County FIPS | 27137 |
Winner: Democrat by 13.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 20.1% |
| 40% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 446/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 843 |
| Restaurants | 557 |
| Retail Stores | 793 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
| Avg Commute | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 5.7% |