What are the schools like in Askov, MN?

School district data for Askov is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Askov?

The median household income in Askov, MN is $42,188 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 14.7%.

What is the weather like in Askov, MN?

Askov has an average high temperature of 20.1°F in January and 78.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 64.3 inches.

Askov, MN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Askov, MN affordable or expensive?

Askov's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Askov is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $122,400 and the median rent is $438 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Askov, MN?

Askov has a violent crime rate of 263.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1190.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Askov, MN a Good Place to Live?

Askov is a small town of 342 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $42,188 and a 14.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Askov stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Askov is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Askov city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.9

Askov's overall cost of living index is 87.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Askov costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Askov, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$122,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$438	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	64.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$42,188	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Askov's violent crime rate is 263.7 per 100,000 residents — 31% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

263.7 /100k

Property Crime

1190.0 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Metric	Askov, MN	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	12.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	84.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Askov sees average highs of 20.1°F in January and 78.8°F in July, with 33.3 inches of annual precipitation and 64.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Askov, MN
Average High — January	20.1°F
Average High — July	78.8°F
Annual Precipitation	33.3"
Annual Snowfall	64.3"

Demographics

Metric	Askov, MN	National Avg
Population	342	—
Median Age	41.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	14.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	41.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.1%	22.2%
65 and over	18.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Askov

Askov, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55704

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Askov, MN affordable or expensive?

Askov's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Askov roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $122,400 and median rent is $438/month.

What is the crime rate in Askov, MN?

Askov's violent crime rate is 263.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1190.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Askov?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Askov, MN a good place to live?

Askov, MN has a population of 342, a median household income of $42,188, and an unemployment rate of 14.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Askov?

Askov averages 20.1°F in January and 78.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 33.3 inches with about 64.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Askov?

Askov, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55704.

What is the population of Askov?

The population of Askov, Minnesota is 342 with a median age of 41.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Askov?

Key numbers for living in Askov: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $122,400, median household income $42,188, crime index 64 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Askov side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.