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Zumbro Falls, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Zumbro Falls is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 176. Residents earn $91,458 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
176 Population 298/sq mi density
$91,458 Median Income $55,397 per capita
$246,400 Home Value $440,755 Zillow
$954 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,458 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,400 home value, $954/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,458
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,400
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent $954
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age31.7 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,458
Per Capita$55,397
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$1,094M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,400
Rent$954
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$440,755
Housing Units89
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+99.2%
Graduate+15.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute41 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries3

Is Zumbro Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zumbro Falls receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Zumbro Falls stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zumbro Falls is $91,458, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Zumbro Falls is $246,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $954 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Zumbro Falls 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 35.5 inches, including 48.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Zumbro Falls has a population of 176 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 31.7 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

176
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
31.7yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Zumbro Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zumbro Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zumbro Falls is $91,458, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Zumbro Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,458
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,397
Avg Weekly Wage$916
IRS Avg AGI$74,149

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)608
County GDP$1,094M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare58
Retail70
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.0 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Zumbro Falls is $246,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $954 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $440,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,400
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$440,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$954
18% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,056
16% above US avg
Effective Rate1.65%
In Zumbro Falls, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Zumbro Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma9.4%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,265
Dentists1:1,274
Mental Health1:2,710
Checkup Rate71.4%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death6,282/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access89.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Zumbro Falls 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 35.5 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 Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall48.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates44.2878°N, 92.4271°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27157
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.2-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.2%
D 35%

Winner: Republican by 28.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.7%
6% below US avg
High School+99.2%
Graduate Degree+15.7%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants58
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.0 min
Drive Alone80.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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