Hendricks, MN

Minnesota

Hendricks is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 572. Residents earn $45,125 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
572 Population 590/sq mi density
$45,125 Median Income $34,719 per capita
$78,100 Home Value $222,093 Zillow
$666 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$45,125 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,100 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,125
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,100
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

How Hendricks Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population572
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density590/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,125
Per Capita$34,719
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$588M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,100
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,093
Rent Burden23.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.0 in/yr
Elevation1,777 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+93.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute15 min
Libraries4

Is Hendricks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hendricks receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hendricks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hendricks is $45,125, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hendricks is $78,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Hendricks has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.0 inches, including 47.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hendricks has a population of 572 with a density of 590 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 4.4% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

572
Total Population
590
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Hendricks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hendricks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hendricks is $45,125, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Hendricks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,125
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,719
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$72,484

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)226
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare21
Retail30
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hendricks is $78,100, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,100
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,093

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,614
25% below US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Hendricks, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hendricks vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate72.6%
Premature Death6,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access25.4%
Healthcare Facilities21

Crime Rates: Hendricks vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Hendricks has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.0 inches
26% below US avg
Snowfall47.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,777 ft (542 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density590/sq mi
Coordinates44.5086°N, 96.4264°W
County FIPS27081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.9%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density590/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants10
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home6.8%

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