What are the schools like in Blackduck, MN?

Blackduck is served primarily by BLACKDUCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 14.4:1.

What is the median household income in Blackduck?

The median household income in Blackduck, MN is $33,393 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.

What is the weather like in Blackduck, MN?

Blackduck has an average high temperature of 18.0°F in January and 78.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 48.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Blackduck, MN affordable or expensive?

Blackduck's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Blackduck is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $135,900 and the median rent is $686 per month.

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

Blackduck has a violent crime rate of 123.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 493.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Blackduck, MN a Good Place to Live?

Blackduck is a small town of 675 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $33,393 and a 5.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Blackduck stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

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

All Blackduck 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: 92.0

Blackduck's overall cost of living index is 92.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Blackduck costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Blackduck, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$135,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$686	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	50.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,393	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Blackduck's violent crime rate is 123.5 per 100,000 residents — 68% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

123.5 /100k

Property Crime

493.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Blackduck is served primarily by BLACKDUCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Blackduck, MN	National Avg
School District	BLACKDUCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	14.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Blackduck sees average highs of 18.0°F in January and 78.3°F in July, with 26.9 inches of annual precipitation and 48.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Blackduck, MN
Average High — January	18.0°F
Average High — July	78.3°F
Annual Precipitation	26.9"
Annual Snowfall	48.9"

Demographics

Metric	Blackduck, MN	National Avg
Population	675	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	16.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	22.5%	22.2%
65 and over	23.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Blackduck

Blackduck, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

56630

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blackduck, MN affordable or expensive?

Blackduck's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Blackduck roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $135,900 and median rent is $686/month.

What is the crime rate in Blackduck, MN?

Blackduck's violent crime rate is 123.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 493.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Blackduck?

Public schools in Blackduck are operated by BLACKDUCK PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 14.4:1. 27.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Blackduck, MN a good place to live?

Blackduck, MN has a population of 675, a median household income of $33,393, and an unemployment rate of 5.4%. 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 Blackduck?

Blackduck averages 18.0°F in January and 78.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 26.9 inches with about 48.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Blackduck?

Blackduck, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 56630.

What is the population of Blackduck?

The population of Blackduck, Minnesota is 675 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Blackduck?

Key numbers for living in Blackduck: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $135,900, median household income $33,393, crime index 29 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Blackduck side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.