Wabasha, MN
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Wabasha, MN
At a Glance
How Wabasha Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wabasha's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wabasha a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wabasha residents earn a median household income of $62,016 , which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,909. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 608 business establishments, including 58 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wabasha is $212,800 , 25% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,972. Median rent is $773/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Wabasha reports 77 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 80% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,651/100K.
Education
24.4% of adults in Wabasha hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wabasha has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches.