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Truman, Minnesota, in Martin county, is 85 miles SW of Eden Prairie, Minnesota (center to center) and 98 miles SW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 1,259 residents.
In Truman, about 55% of adults are married. People in Truman have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.
There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Truman.
In 2000, Truman had a median family income of $46,750.
According to the 2000 census, 73% of the housing in Truman was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the city, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Truman. In the city you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.
In Truman, 84% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in Truman it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Truman strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):
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| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 5% |  |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 7% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers) | Top 11% | |
Comparing Truman to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):
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