What are the schools like in Hazel Run, MN?

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

What is the median household income in Hazel Run?

The median household income in Hazel Run, MN is $61,786 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.2%.

What is the weather like in Hazel Run, MN?

Hazel Run has an average high temperature of 24.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 51.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Hazel Run, MN affordable or expensive?

Hazel Run's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hazel Run is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $85,000 and the median rent is $729 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hazel Run, MN?

Hazel Run has a violent crime rate of 123.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 442.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hazel Run, MN a Good Place to Live?

Hazel Run is a small town of 80 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $61,786 and a 18.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

Strengths: Hazel Run stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, short average commutes.

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

All Hazel Run 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: 90.1

Hazel Run's overall cost of living index is 90.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hazel Run costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hazel Run, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$85,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$729	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	53.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,786	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hazel Run's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — 67% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

123.6 /100k

Property Crime

442.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Metric	Hazel Run, 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	23.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hazel Run sees average highs of 24.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July, with 28.6 inches of annual precipitation and 51.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hazel Run, MN
Average High — January	24.1°F
Average High — July	85.0°F
Annual Precipitation	28.6"
Annual Snowfall	51.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hazel Run, MN	National Avg
Population	80	—
Median Age	25.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	40.0%	22.2%
65 and over	10.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Clarkfield, MN 5 mi Hanley Falls, MN 6 mi Granite Falls, MN 9 mi Cottonwood, MN 10 mi Wood Lake, MN 11 mi

Hazel Run vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hazel Run, MN affordable or expensive?

Hazel Run's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hazel Run roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $85,000 and median rent is $729/month.

What is the crime rate in Hazel Run, MN?

Hazel Run's violent crime rate is 123.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 442.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hazel Run?

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

Is Hazel Run, MN a good place to live?

Hazel Run, MN has a population of 80, a median household income of $61,786, and an unemployment rate of 18.2%. 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 Hazel Run?

Hazel Run averages 24.1°F in January and 85.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 28.6 inches with about 51.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Hazel Run?

The population of Hazel Run, Minnesota is 80 with a median age of 25.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hazel Run?

Key numbers for living in Hazel Run: cost of living index 90 (100 = US average), median home $85,000, median household income $61,786, crime index 28 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hazel Run side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.