What are the schools like in Goodhue, MN?

Goodhue is served primarily by GOODHUE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.8:1.

What is the median household income in Goodhue?

The median household income in Goodhue, MN is $86,125 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.0%.

What is the weather like in Goodhue, MN?

Goodhue has an average high temperature of 22.7°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 43.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Goodhue, MN affordable or expensive?

Goodhue's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Goodhue is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $203,300 and the median rent is $956 per month.

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

Goodhue has a violent crime rate of 79.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 317.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Goodhue, MN a Good Place to Live?

Goodhue is a small town of 1,230 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $86,125 and a 2.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Goodhue 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: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Goodhue is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Goodhue 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: 96.6

Goodhue's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Goodhue costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Goodhue, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$203,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$956	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,125	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Goodhue's violent crime rate is 79.3 per 100,000 residents — 79% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

79.3 /100k

Property Crime

317.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Goodhue is served primarily by GOODHUE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Goodhue, MN	National Avg
School District	GOODHUE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Goodhue sees average highs of 22.7°F in January and 81.0°F in July, with 35.2 inches of annual precipitation and 43.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Goodhue, MN
Average High — January	22.7°F
Average High — July	81.0°F
Annual Precipitation	35.2"
Annual Snowfall	43.5"

Demographics

Metric	Goodhue, MN	National Avg
Population	1,230	—
Median Age	29.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.4 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	39.6%	22.2%
65 and over	7.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bellechester, MN 6 mi Zumbrota, MN 8 mi Mazeppa, MN 10 mi Wanamingo, MN 10 mi Zumbro Falls, MN 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Goodhue

Goodhue, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

55027

Goodhue vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goodhue, MN affordable or expensive?

Goodhue's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Goodhue roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $203,300 and median rent is $956/month.

What is the crime rate in Goodhue, MN?

Goodhue's violent crime rate is 79.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 317.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Goodhue?

Public schools in Goodhue are operated by GOODHUE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.8:1. 18.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Goodhue, MN a good place to live?

Goodhue, MN has a population of 1,230, a median household income of $86,125, and an unemployment rate of 2.0%. 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 Goodhue?

Goodhue averages 22.7°F in January and 81.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 35.2 inches with about 43.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Goodhue?

Goodhue, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 55027.

What is the population of Goodhue?

The population of Goodhue, Minnesota is 1,230 with a median age of 29.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Goodhue?

Key numbers for living in Goodhue: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $203,300, median household income $86,125, crime index 19 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Goodhue side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.