Zemple, MN

Minnesota

Zemple is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 72. Residents earn $82,500 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
72 Population 111/sq mi density
$82,500 Median Income $34,835 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$82,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,500
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans58.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,500
Per Capita$34,835
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain27.7 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute17 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries6

Is Zemple a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zemple is $82,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zemple is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Zemple has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Zemple has a population of 72 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 4.2% Hispanic.

Population

72
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zemple vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Zemple vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zemple is $82,500, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Zemple vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,500
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,835
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Zemple is $50,000, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate9.07%
Zemple has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.7 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.6°F
27% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall27.7 inches
27% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,280 ft (390 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates47.3207°N, 93.7859°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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