Henning, MN

Minnesota

Henning is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 836. Residents earn $44,000 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
836 Population 253/sq mi density
$44,000 Median Income $30,906 per capita
$127,400 Home Value $260,590 Zillow
$731 Median Rent
40°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,000 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,400 home value, $731/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,000
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population836
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,000
Per Capita$30,906
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$3,285M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,400
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,590

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,437 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+88.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Henning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henning receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Henning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henning is $44,000, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henning is $127,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Henning has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 50.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Henning has a population of 836 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

836
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Henning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henning is $44,000, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Henning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,000
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,000
IRS Avg AGI$71,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,908
County GDP$3,285M

Business (County)

Restaurants165
Healthcare181
Retail250
Manufacturing89

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Henning is $127,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,590.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,400
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$260,590

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,298
23% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Henning, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death6,919/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access50.9%
Healthcare Facilities181

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Henning has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.2°F
26% below US avg
January Average8°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall50.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,437 ft (438 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates46.3231°N, 95.4420°W
County FIPS27111
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+88.2%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants165
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home1.7%

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