The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Olmsted county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 70.1℉ and the average temperature in January is 12.9℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 0.23%. The overall influence score for Olmsted is 2.
The map below displays geographic boundaries of Olmsted, Minnesota with a blue border. Regions of Minnesota that are highlighted in red are not eligible for USDA backed home loan programs in the state of Minnesota. Typically these red-highlighted restricted areas represent areas of denser population areas such as city centers. USDAProperties.com can help you determine exactly what properties for sale are outside these exclusionary boundary areas. For higher resolution imagery click the map to zoom in or search for specific postal (zip) codes, city names or even counties. You can also search for specific addresses using the power search feature here.
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Olmsted County is located in southeast Minnesota and is the second most populous county in the state, with a population of 144,248 as of 2019. The median household income is $61,898 and the median home value is $188,600.
The racial makeup of Olmsted County is 90.7% White, 3.5% Black or African American, 1.3% Asian, 0.9% Native American, 2.6% from other races, and 1.0% from two or more races. The population is spread out with 23.9% under the age of 18 and 13.1% who are 65 years or older.
The area offers a variety of housing options ranging from rural farms to urban apartments and houses. The cost of living in Olmsted County is slightly higher than the US average due to its proximity to Minneapolis-St Paul metro area as well as its low unemployment rate and steady job growth rate. There are several parks and recreational areas that offer scenic views and outdoor activities for residents to enjoy.
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