Minnewaukan, ND

North Dakota

Minnewaukan is a small town in North Dakota with a population of 186. Residents earn $82,895 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
186 Population 388/sq mi density
$82,895 Median Income $33,233 per capita
$102,500 Home Value
$638 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 274 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,895 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,500 home value, $638/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,895
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $102,500
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.0%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,895
Per Capita$33,233
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$366M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,500
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units142
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

Obesity43.0%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking22.8%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain19.7 in/yr
Sunny Days274/yr
Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.0%
High School+93.6%
Graduate+12.7%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute9 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries2

Is Minnewaukan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Minnewaukan receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Minnewaukan stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Minnewaukan is $82,895, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Minnewaukan is $102,500, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Minnewaukan has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 274 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 19.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Minnewaukan has a population of 186 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.5%), with 28% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Minnewaukan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Minnewaukan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Minnewaukan is $82,895, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Minnewaukan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,895
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$62,510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$366M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare4
Retail7

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.0 min
Drive Alone24.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Minnewaukan is $102,500, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,500
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$769
1 Bedroom$795
2 Bedrooms$965
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.3%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

In Minnewaukan, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 22.8% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.6%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.8%
63% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits53.2%
Premature Death35,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access47.4%
Healthcare Facilities4
Minnewaukan has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 19.7 inches. The area enjoys 274 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.5°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days274 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall19.7 inches
48% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,460 ft (445 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates48.0717°N, 99.2538°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS38005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.3%
D 39.9%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.0%
26% below US avg
High School+93.6%
Graduate Degree+12.7%
School Test Score5.74
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density388/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants11
Retail Stores7

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.0 min
Drive Alone24.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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