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Owatonna, MN

Minnesota · Steele County

Owatonna is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 26,462. Residents earn $81,276 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
26,462 Population 1,744/sq mi density
$81,276 Median Income $41,718 per capita
$234,600 Home Value $289,821 Zillow
$1,010 Median Rent 34.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
105 Violent Crime/100K 1,563 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,276 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$234,600 home value, $1,010/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
105 violent crimes/100K (72% below avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $81,276
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $234,600
17% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 105/100K
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.3%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,010
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26,462
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density1,744/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,276
Per Capita$41,718
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$2,874M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$234,600
Rent$1,010
Ownership76.7%
Zillow$289,821
Housing Units11,297
Rent Burden34.7%

Crime

F
Violent105/100K
Property1,563/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary120/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,134 ft (346 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score6.03

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute18 min
Broadband88.1%
EV Stations9
Libraries2

Is Owatonna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Owatonna receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Owatonna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Owatonna is $81,276, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Owatonna is $234,600, 17% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,010 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.

Safety & Crime

Owatonna is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,563 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

32.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Owatonna 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. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 44.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Owatonna has a population of 26,462 with a density of 1,744 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.9% female and 50.1% male. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.5% of residents, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

26,462
Total Population
1,744
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
14.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Owatonna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Owatonna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Owatonna is $81,276, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,718. The average weekly wage is $1,190, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,130 business establishments, including 79 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Owatonna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,276
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,718
Avg Weekly Wage$1,190
IRS Avg AGI$71,956
Gini Index0.426 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,130
County GDP$2,874M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare124
Retail146
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,510
29% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home8.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Owatonna is $234,600, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,821, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,010 (13% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $899 for a one-bedroom to $1,125 for a two-bedroom apartment. 76.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,297 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $4,510 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,600
17% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,821
Median List Price$289,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$289,900
$/Sq Ft$159
Homes Sold15
Sale-to-List Ratio99.1%
Price Drops19.2%
Inventory52

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,010
13% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$1,142
Rent Burden34.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.7%
Owner-Occupied76.7%
Renter-Occupied23.3%
Housing Units11,297
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,510
29% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Owatonna, 37.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 28.5% have high blood pressure. 14.5% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 23.0% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 16.3% experience frequent mental distress. 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,698. The dentist ratio is 1:1,169. 70.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-23)

PM2.5
5.2
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
5.6
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
82.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
1.2
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
146.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,698
Dentists1:1,169
Mental Health1:323
Checkup Rate71.7%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death6,151/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities124
Owatonna has a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, 72% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 69.8 per 100,000, robbery at 3.9, rape at 31.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,563 per 100,000, 20% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,314, burglary at 120, vehicle theft at 128 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 2 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Owatonna receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent104.7/100K
72% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.0/100K
Robbery3.9/100K
Assault69.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,562.5/100K
20% below US avg
Burglary120.2/100K
Theft1,314.4/100K
Vehicle Theft128.0/100K
Arson3.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents875
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Owatonna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 44.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,134 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.8°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,134 ft (346 m)
Area14.6 sq mi (37.9 km²)
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Coordinates44.0919°N, 93.2317°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySteele County County
Nearest AirportOwatonna Degner Regional (OWA)
3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below US avg
Snowfall 44.2"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.21"
Driest Month (Feb) 0.75"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score37.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience98.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Earthquake Very Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Very Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Apr 25, 2017.

Apr 25, 2017 Near Mankato, Minnesota M2.8 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

599 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 47 fatalities, 1,043 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 17, 2010 EF4 66 km 1
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 72 km 0
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 40 km 6
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 88 km 0
Apr 30, 1967 EF4 60 km 5
May 6, 1965 EF4 99 km 6
May 6, 1965 EF4 88 km 0
May 6, 1965 EF4 87 km 3
May 5, 1965 EF4 96 km 0
Sep 16, 1962 EF4 64 km 0
May 10, 1953 EF4 98 km 2
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 27 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 37 km 0
Jun 17, 2010 EF3 46 km 0
Aug 24, 2006 EF3 85 km 1
Jun 11, 2004 EF3 94 km 0
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 78 km 1
Mar 29, 1998 EF3 63 km 0
Jul 27, 1987 EF3 67 km 0
Jun 7, 1984 EF3 48 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SNAKE TRAIL (1,496 ac, 2024).

Year Name Acres Distance
2024 SNAKE TRAIL 1,496 17 km
2007 BEAVER CUTOFF 982 100 km
2004 EAGAN 925 83 km
1990 UNNAMED 598 41 km
2024 LINCOLN WPA RX 575 84 km
1995 LV 68 CARVER 532 77 km
1990 UNNAMED 513 78 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 14°F (-10°C) 0.9 in Coldest
February 19°F (-7°C) 0.8 in Driest
March 31°F (-1°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
May 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
June 68°F (20°C) 3.9 in
July 72°F (22°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Wettest
August 69°F (21°C) 4.1 in
September 60°F (16°C) 3.5 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
November 32°F (0°C) 1.7 in
December 18°F (-8°C) 1.1 in

Owatonna has a seasonal temperature swing of 58°F / from 14°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (0.8").

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Owatonna is located in Steele County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, a smaller urban community. 32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.2% of the vote, a 24.5-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 2 public libraries serving the community. 124 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 24.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
Traffic Accidents875
Avg Accident Severity2.1 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score6.03
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro / Urban 20K+
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Total Area14.6 sq mi
CountySteele County County

Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Avg Download Speed288.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed236.3 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations15
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants79
Retail Stores146

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.6 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home8.4%
Average costs for common services in Owatonna. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit $345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit $197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit $2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning $128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling $247 ($148–$394)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement $296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation $39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4) $592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement $197 ($99–$345)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour) $89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair $394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install $6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair $986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement $8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested) $14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense $4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation $493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation $2,465 ($986–$4,930)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut $54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full) $148 ($74–$247)
Manicure $25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure $39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour) $79 ($49–$128)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread $3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb) $0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly) $69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly) $84 ($49–$148)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$74)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly) $394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming $59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter $296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter $197 ($99–$394)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,016
Toddler$920
Preschool$869
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$534
Toddler$541
Preschool$541
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Steele County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 4,657 66 $69,813 2.99
Retail Trade 2,778 140 $38,449 1.47
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,194 174 $58,958 0.81
Accommodation & Food Services 1,295 88 $21,910 0.75
Other Services 567 110 $40,797 0.99
Construction 545 105 $71,994 0.55
Administrative & Waste Services 537 43 $46,662 0.48
Finance & Insurance 273 73 $73,049 0.35
Arts & Entertainment 243 23 $17,057 0.76
Information & Technology 199 23 $59,059 0.56
Real Estate 169 26 $21,583 0.57
Educational Services 101 14 $35,342 0.26

Hospitals in Owatonna

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
OWATONNA HOSPITAL Acute Care Hospitals 3/5 Yes (507) 451-3850

Schools in Owatonna

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
OWATONNA SENIOR HIGH High 1,475 79 18.7:1
Owatonna Middle School Middle 999 63 15.9:1
LINCOLN ELEMENTARY Elementary 593 35 16.9:1
WILSON ELEMENTARY Elementary 537 31 17.3:1
MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Elementary 525 36 14.6:1
WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Elementary 487 37 13.2:1
CHOICE Technical Academy (Charter) High 51 1 51.0:1
Owatonna Online 9-12 High 43 0
Owatonna Online 6-8 Middle 39 0
Owatonna Online K-5 Elementary 26 0
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Radio Stations near Owatonna

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Owatonna

22 national parks and monuments found near Owatonna.

ParkTypeFee
Afton State Park State Park Free
Clear Lake State Park State Park Free
Fort Snelling State Park State Park Free
Frontenac State Park State Park Free
Gateway State Trail State Park Free
Harbor Inn Park State Park Free
Kinnickinnic State Park State Park Free
Lake Louise State Park State Park Free
Luce Line Trail State Park Free
McIntosh Woods State Park State Park Free
Minneopa State Park State Park Free
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area National River & Recreation Area Free
Moon Lake Park State Park Free
Myre-Big Island State Park State Park Free
Nerstrand Big Woods State Park State Park Free
Off-Leash Dog State Park Free
Pilot Knob State Park State Park Free
Rice Lake State Park State Park Free
Rice Lake State Park State Park Free
Sakatah Lake State Park State Park Free
State Capitol Ground State Park Free
Willow River State Park State Park Free

Museums in Owatonna

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ART FARIBAULT CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM5073327372$554,494
STEELE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION1700 AUSTIN ROAD5074511420$369,863
RICE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION5073322121$101,051
AIR MUSEUM OF MINNESOTAGENERAL MUSEUM
HERITAGE HALLSGENERAL MUSEUM2300 HERITAGE PL NW5074512060
KENYON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MEDFORD AREA HISTORICAL LEAGUEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MINNESOTA STATE PUBLIC SCHOOL ORPHANAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5077747369
MORRISTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8027235907
RIVER BEND NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1000 RUSTAD ROAD5073327151

Libraries in Owatonna

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
OWATONNA-STEELE COUNTY LIBRARY105 N ELM AVENUE0.0241,060
FARIBAULT: BUCKHAM MEMORIAL LIBRARY11 DIVISION STREET EAST0.0182,518
KENYON PUBLIC LIBRARY709 2ND STREET0.011,838

Farmers Markets in Owatonna

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blooming Prairie Farmers Market210 4th St NEMay to OctoberFri:4:00 pm - 6:00 pm;
Ellendale Farmers Market215 5th Ave West06/01/2013 to 10/19/2013Sat: 9:00 AM-11:00 AM;Visit

Hotels in Owatonna

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont
Country Inn & Suites
Courtyard
Home2 Suites
Home2 Suites
Microtel Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Owatonna

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's
Buffalo Wild Wings
Godfather's Pizza
Olivia's Family Restaurant
Perkins
Plaza Morena Campestre Grill
Torey’s

Cafes in Owatonna

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scooter's Coffee
Starbucks
Straight River Coffee

Cinemas in Owatonna

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northwoods Cinema 10

Clinics in Owatonna

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Free Clinic of Steele County

Gas Stations in Owatonna

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Circle K
Fuel & Food
Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
Kwik Trip
KwikTrip
Mills Gas Mart

Banks in Owatonna

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bremer Bank
HomeTown Credit Union
Wells Fargo

Golf Courses in Owatonna

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brook Tree Golf Course
Havanah Hills
Owatonna Country Club

Breweries in Owatonna

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
F-town Brewing Co.Breweries, Food & Drink22 4th St N E5073317677
Know-how Brews & FoodsWinemaking Equipment & Supplies, Cheese Shops, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, E-Commerce512 Central Ave N
Old Town TavernTake Out Restaurants, Cocktail Lounges, American Restaurants, Caterers, Restaurants, Breweries & Bre102 W Main St5074128610, 5076854567Visit

Nursing Homes in Owatonna

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
KODA LIVING COMMUNITY
2255 30TH STREET NW
Non profit - Corporation 79 67 3/5 5/5 3/5 5074444200

Pharmacies in Owatonna

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CASH WISE 495 WEST NORTH STREET 507-451-7886
HY-VEE 1620 SOUTH CEDAR AVENUE 507-451-0179
OWATONNA PHARMACY CARE 2250 NORTHWEST 26TH STREET 507-977-2020
STERLING DRUG 410 HOFFMAN DRIVE 507-451-0240
STERLING LONG TERM CARE PHARMACY 1601 STATE AVENUE NORTHWEST 507-455-9684
TARGET 301 PARK DRIVE 507-451-1771
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 982 1130 WEST FRONTAGE ROAD 507-451-3323
WALGREENS - 9095 125 18TH STREET SOUTHEAST 507-451-8326

EV Charging Stations in Owatonna

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Culver's - Tesla Supercharger1140 Frontage Rd WTesla12TESLApublic
Steele-Waseca Cooperative Electric2411 W Bridge StRED_E4J1772COMBOpublic
House Chevrolet Buick Cadillac3700 FRONTAGE ROAD WESTEV Connect2J1772COMBOpublic
Courtyard by Marriott Owatonna Downtown223 N Cedar AveZEFNET2J1772public
Holiday Inn & Suites Owatonna - Tesla Destination2365 43rd St NWTesla Destination3J1772 TESLApublic
Motel 6 - Owatonna2365 NW 43rd StNon-Networked1J1772public
Northwoods Cinema 10300 Allan AvenZEFNET2J1772public
Owatonna Public Utilities - Tesla Destination128 Vine St WTesla Destination2TESLApublic

Cell Towers in Owatonna

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
2191 SOUTHEAST 34TH AVENUE (42358)GTOWER98
2191 SOUTHEAST 34TH AVENUE (42358)GTOWER98
12634 SOUTHEAST 84TH STREET (42361)GTOWER95
12634 SOUTHEAST 84TH STREET (42361)GTOWER95
3050 East 197th Street (102435)GTOWER90
3050 East 197th Street (102435)GTOWER90
705 INDUSTRIAL DRIVETOWER81
8 MI ETOWER70
324m from the intersection of Kenyon Road and 26th Street NETOWER59
1010 21ST AVE NWTOWER45

Fire Stations in Owatonna

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Owatonna Fire Department107 W Main STMostly volunteer507-444-2454

Power Plants Near Owatonna

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
OWATONNANATURAL GAS FIRED COMBUSTION TURBINE; NATURAL GAS 221112-93.2OP
OWATONNA ENERGY STATIONNATURAL GAS INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE221112-93.3OP
RJC II COMMUNITY SOLAR GARDENSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.3OP
USS BUSH SOLAR LLC CSGSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.3OP
RJC I CSGSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.3OP
RJC CSG, LLCSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.3V
LEMOND SOLARSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-93.3OP

Bridges in Owatonna

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201732722,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201416417,891G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201416417,891G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201720217,495G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201722917,495G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201418517,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199512117,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201418515,194G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199512115,194G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196422814,200F
SlabConcrete continuous199115314,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201713211,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201813211,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous201832711,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201813711,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200914311,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201014311,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201713711,009G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete192312910,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197215610,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous196815910,000F
SlabConcrete continuous1996939,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19591208,900F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20182028,748G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20182298,748G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2009717,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19651126,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20022475,450F
CulvertConcrete1926235,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1979975,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20092634,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20102634,600F
CulvertConcrete1928264,544F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19713344,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1951534,050P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19651944,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20092143,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete19681093,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2002792,750G
SlabWood or Timber1969541,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2012921,000G
SlabPrestressed concrete196692990F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1965210990G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete200678980G
CulvertConcrete199337930G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1964224900F
CulvertConcrete197760840G
CulvertConcrete199363780G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196664465F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2009214310F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete199991310G
CulvertConcrete200030275G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1965209225G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber1973114225F
CulvertConcrete200030195G
SlabWood or Timber199859195G
SlabWood or Timber196888170F
Truss (Thru)Steel198956100F
CulvertConcrete19802880G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201710458G
Truss (Thru)Steel19325350F
Truss (Thru)Steel19895150F
SlabPrestressed concrete19718450F
CulvertConcrete20172349G
CulvertConcrete20192249G
SlabPrestressed concrete19617340F
CulvertConcrete19973635G
CulvertConcrete19803030G
CulvertConcrete19775530G
CulvertSteel19503230P
SlabWood or Timber19747830F
SlabWood or Timber19634830F
SlabWood or Timber19827829G
SlabWood or Timber19877829G
Truss (Thru)Steel19922510F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20092201F

Correctional Facilities in Owatonna

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
STEELE COUNTY DETENTION CENTER2500 ALEXANDER STREETCOUNTY108154OPEN

Airports Near Owatonna

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rochester International AirportRSTMedium Airport
Airlake AirportSmall Airport
Albert Lea Municipal AirportAELSmall Airport
Austin Municipal AirportAUMSmall Airport
B & D Flyers International AirportSmall Airport
Backstrom AirportSmall Airport
Demmers FieldSmall Airport
Dodge Center AirportSmall Airport
Eagles Nest AerodromeSmall Airport
Edberg AirportSmall Airport
Faribault Municipal Airport-Liz Wall Strohfus FieldFBLSmall Airport
Flying Cloud AirportFCMSmall Airport
Friesenborg & Larson AirportSmall Airport
Galler's AirportSmall Airport
Gilgenbach's AirportSmall Airport
Hall AirportSmall Airport
Holt Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hoppe Sky Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Jennrich FieldSmall Airport
Kruger Aviation Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Lake Mills Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Le Sueur Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Loken Farm AirportSmall Airport
Mankato Regional AirportMKTSmall Airport
Merill L Harris FieldSmall Airport
Nielsen's AirportSmall Airport
Northwood Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Owatonna Degner Regional AirportOWASmall Airport
Petes AirportSmall Airport
Radloff's Cedar View Farms AirportSmall Airport
Rake AirportSmall Airport
Red Wing Regional AirportSmall Airport
Ries Farms RunwaySmall Airport
Scrabeck AirportSmall Airport
Sevcik Farms AirportSmall Airport
Sky Harbor Residential AirparkSmall Airport
Sky Meadow AirportSmall Airport
Sky Park AirportSmall Airport
Smith FieldSmall Airport
Sodbuster StripSmall Airport
Sons Private-Commercial AirportSmall Airport
Stanton AirfieldSYNSmall Airport
Stocker Private AirportSmall Airport
STOL AirportSmall Airport
Tegeler AirportSmall Airport
Tuma Private AirportSmall Airport
Underland AirstripSmall Airport
Virl B Deal AirfieldSmall Airport
Waseca Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Wells Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Owatonna

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Blooming Prairie Police Department
Kenyon Police Department

Grocery Stores in Owatonna

22 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
ALDI 72013Supermarket2414 Hoffman Dr
Broadway Global MartGrocery Store114 W Broadway St
Casey's General Store 2194Convenience Store475 18th St SE
Cash Wise Foods 3014Super Store495 W North St
Circle K 2746519Convenience Store330 W North Street
Dollar General 21536Other205 Oak Ave North
Dollar Tree 3708Other1289 21st Ave NW
Fareway Stores Inc. 139Super Store831 Oak Ave S
Fast Lane LLCConvenience Store590 State Ave
Holiday Stationstore 2746373Convenience Store695 W Bridge St
Hy-Vee Fast and Fresh 5511Convenience Store1720 S Cedar Ave
HY-VEE FOODS 1511Super Store1620 S Cedar Ave
Kwik Trip 1088Convenience Store410 Hoffman Dr
Kwik Trip 237Convenience Store135 Landmark Dr NE
KWIK TRIP 435Convenience Store1075 W Frontage Rd
KWIK TRIP 641Convenience Store1220 S Oak Ave
Kwik Trip 806Convenience Store320 Mineral Springs Rd
Owatonna Fuel & FoodConvenience Store401 N Cedar Ave
Papa Murphy's MN033Specialty Store641 W Bridge St
Target Store 1068Super Store301 Park Dr
Walgreens 9095Other125 18th St SE
Walmart SUPERCENTER 982Super Store1130 W Frontage Rd

Treatment Centers in Owatonna

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mayo Clinic Health System Fountain Ctr - FaribaultSubstance Abuse507-334-6413
Mayo Clinic Health System Fountain Ctr - OwatonnaSubstance Abuse507-451-0511
Owatonna Hospital - Mental Health UnitMental Health507-977-2022
Safe HarbourBoth507-455-8100
South Central Human Relations CenterBoth507-451-2630

DOL Wage Violations in Owatonna

8 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $35,104 in back wages owed to 63 employees.

8
Violations
$35,104
Back Wages Owed
63
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Traditions of Owatonna, Assisted Living 55060 1 $11,133 $11,133 1
RK & T Construction 55060 1 $6,713 $1,343 5
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar Dine Brands Global 55060 1 $6,153 $6,153 1
ServiceMaster ServiceMaster 55060 1 $3,867 $3,867 1
Olivia's Family Restaurant 55060 1 $3,685 $246 15
110756 - CHICAGO TUBE AND IRON COMPANY [OSHA] Chicago Tube & Iron 55060 Metal Service Centers and Other Metal Merchant Wholesalers 1 $2,242 $249 9
Holiday Inn - Owatonna IHG 55060 1 $1,184 $169 7
Driessen Ultrapure 55060 1 $127 $5 24

Churches & Religious Organizations in Owatonna

38 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
AURORA LUTHERAN CHURCH6329 SE 38TH ST
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH1611 HEMLOCK AVE
CASA DE RESTAURACION PALABRA DE VIDA INC2300 N CEDAR AVE APT D22
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS1310 14TH ST SE
CATHOLIC EDUCATION MEMORIAL FUNDPO BOX 291
CHRIST COMMUNITY COVENANT CHURCH450 18TH ST SE
CHRISTIAN FAMILY CHURCH INC2300 HERITAGE PL NW
CHURCH OF THE SACRED HEART OF OWATONNA MINNESOTA810 S CEDAR AVE
DAYBREAK COMMUNITY CHURCHPO BOX 262
ELCA YOUTH MINISTRY NETWORK150 OAKWOOD LN
EMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH750 JEFFREY ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH123 E MAIN ST
FRIENDS OF MAKOR HATIKVAH INC575 RIVERWOOD DR SW
GOOD SHEPHERD EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH2500 7TH AVE NE
GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH OWATONNA MINNESOTA265 26TH ST NE
INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN SOCIALISM202 N CEDAR AVE 1
LAKESIDE BOOKS202 N CEDAR AVE STE 1
MATTHEW MORRIS FOUNDATION202 N CEDAR AVE STE 1
MINNESOTA EMERGENCY DISABILITY SERVICES725 LINN AVE
MINNESOTA SCULPTURE PRAYER GARDENS FOUNDATION INC2300 HERITAGE PL NW
MUSLIM SOCIETY OF OWATONNA509 12TH ST NE
OUR LEGACYPO BOX 874
OUR SAVIORS LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 423
OWATONNA AREA CHRISTIAN RADIO INCPO BOX 16
OWATONNA CORNERSTONE EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH1500 18TH ST SE
PEW35 INC1295 BELLFLOWER LN
RADIANT CHURCH1650 7TH AVE NE
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH2500 7TH AVE NE
REDEMPTION CHURCH123 E MAIN ST
RICE LAKE CHURCH RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION GROUP A MINNESOTA NONPO BOX 128
SEMINARIO TEOLOGICO INTERNACIONAL PRINCIPE DE PAZ INC215 22ND ST W APT 14A
SERRA INTERNATIONAL645 18TH ST NE
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH1301 LINCOLN AVE
ST JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION1301 LINCOLN AVE
ST JOSEPH CHURCH512 S ELM AVE
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH220 S CEDAR AVE
TIM BACHTLE MINISTRIES INC180 NATURE VALLEY PL NW
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH FOUNDATION OWATONNA MINNESOTAPO BOX 467

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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Owatonna

What is the population of Owatonna?

Owatonna has a population of 26,462 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,744 people per square mile, spread across 14.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 49.9% female and 50.1% male.

Is Owatonna expensive to live in?

Owatonna has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $81,276, 8% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $234,600 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,010 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Owatonna safe?

Owatonna is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 105 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,563 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Owatonna receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Owatonna?

Owatonna has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 44.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Owatonna?

The job market in Owatonna is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,190. There are 1,130 business establishments in the area, including 79 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 8.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Owatonna?

The median home value in Owatonna is $234,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,821. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,010. Fair market rent is $899 for a 1-bedroom and $1,125 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 76.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,510.

How are the schools in Owatonna?

Schools in Owatonna score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.3% of adults in Owatonna hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Owatonna?

The obesity rate in Owatonna is 37.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.5% of adults are smokers. 23.0% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 8.8% lack health insurance. 70.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,698.

What is transportation like in Owatonna?

The average commute in Owatonna is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.4% use public transit, and 8.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Owatonna?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Owatonna is 85.8% White, 4.8% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 93.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.5% speak Spanish. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 11.4% of residents have a disability. 96.6% have health insurance coverage.

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