Mower County
City in Minnesota, United States
Overview
Mower County, anchored by the city of Austin, offers a blend of small-town charm and Midwestern hospitality amid scenic farmland and rivers. It's known for its welcoming communities, historic sites, and lively local events, promising a relaxed rural getaway.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United States
State
Minnesota
Population
40,029
Time Zone
America/Chicago
Coordinates
43.67°, -92.75°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
76
Female Safety
72
LGBTQ+ Safety
60
Traffic Safety
82
Food Safety
92
Monthly Cost
$2,105
Local Cost
$1,190
Local Income
$3,250
Cashless
84
English
100
Temperature
7.3°C
Summer Avg
20.9°C
Winter Avg
-7.5°C
Record High
39.0°C
Record Low
-37.1°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
926 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
AUM
Distance
15 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.