Wabasso, MN

Minnesota

Wabasso is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 598. Residents earn $63,900 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
598 Population 704/sq mi density
$63,900 Median Income $34,064 per capita
$105,100 Home Value
$633 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,900 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,100 home value, $633/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,900
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population598
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density704/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans13.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,900
Per Capita$34,064
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,100
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,081 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+93.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute19 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries4

Is Wabasso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wabasso receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Wabasso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wabasso is $63,900, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wabasso is $105,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wabasso has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wabasso has a population of 598 with a density of 704 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

598
Total Population
704
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wabasso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wabasso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wabasso is $63,900, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wabasso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,900
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,064
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wabasso is $105,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,100
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% below US avg
Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate3.26%
In Wabasso, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate71.5%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Wabasso has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,081 ft (329 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density704/sq mi
Coordinates44.4025°N, 95.2554°W
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density704/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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