Living in Florence, Minnesota

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Florence · Census data 2020–2024

Florence has 25 residents with a median age of 29.9. The median household income is $64,583 (27% lower than the Minnesota median), the median home value is $150,000.

Florence is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Florence at a glance

Population
25
Median age
29.9State: 38.8
Median household income
$64,583State: $89,062
Median home value
$150,000State: $329,300
Homeowners
85.7%
Bachelor's degree or higher
6.3%

Is Florence a good place to live?

Pros: Home values 54% lower than the state median.

Cons: Median household income 27% lower than the Minnesota median; a poverty rate of 16%.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in Florence

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Florence the median home value is $150,000, 55% lower than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay — a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Florence$150,000
Minnesota$329,300
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

Minnesota$1,280
United States$1,413

Florence median household income

The median household income in Florence is $64,583 and the income per person is $28,668. 16% of residents live below the poverty line (Minnesota: 9.3%).

Median household income

Florence$64,583
Minnesota$89,062
United States$80,734

Housing in Florence: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
13
Owner-occupied
85.7%
Renter-occupied
14.3%
Vacant
46.2%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1938
Average household size
3.57

46.2% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Florence has many vacation and second homes.

Florence demographics

Population
25
Median age
29.9
Under 18
36%
65 and older
28%
Households
7
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White100%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Florence ›

Education in Florence

6.3% of adults 25 and older in Florence have a bachelor's degree or higher (Minnesota: 39.4%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Florence6.3%
Minnesota39.4%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Florence

Unemployment rate
0%State: 4.1%
Average commute
—State: 23 min
Work from home
12.5%
Drive alone
87.5%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

Florence vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Florence25$64,583$150,000—
Ruthton222$38,864$56,800$625
Tyler1,090$65,500$151,100$750
Russell346$57,083$107,600$596
Balaton551$54,688$94,000$1,138
Lake Benton794$52,250$99,800$513
Holland292$82,794$70,900$830
Lynd428$79,167$187,500$1,156
Garvin114$43,438$66,100—

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Living in Florence: FAQ

What is the median household income in Florence, MN?

The median household income in Florence is $64,583, 27% lower than the Minnesota median of $89,062 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in Florence?

The median home value in Florence is $150,000, compared with $329,300 in Minnesota.

Is Florence, MN a good place to live?

Pluses: home values 54% lower than the state median. Minuses: median household income 27% lower than the Minnesota median; a poverty rate of 16%.

What is the median age in Florence?

The median age in Florence is 29.9 years (Minnesota: 38.8).

What is the unemployment rate in Florence?

The unemployment rate in Florence is 0% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Florence?

6.3% of adults in Florence have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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