Minnesota · Metropolitan Area
Waconia is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 13,223. Residents earn $104,929 per year, which is 40% above the national average.
Based on current data, Waconia receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Waconia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Waconia is $104,929, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Waconia among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Waconia is $407,600, 45% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,299 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Waconia has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 95.1% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.9% |
| 63% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $104,929 |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,332 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,297 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $131,468 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,874 |
| County GDP | $7,614M |
| Restaurants | 188 |
| Healthcare | 268 |
| Retail | 232 |
| Manufacturing | 153 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,648 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.63% |
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 20.9% |
| Census Median | $407,600 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $452,199 |
| Median List Price | $539,145 |
| Median List Price | $539,145 |
| $/Sq Ft | $204 |
| Homes Sold | 16 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.6% |
| Price Drops | 58.5% |
| Inventory | 41 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,299 |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,633 |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,648 |
| 90% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.63% |
| Obesity | 31.8% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.9% |
| Asthma | 9.8% |
| COPD | 3.9% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.0% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.3% |
| Premature Death | 3,990/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 44.1°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 51.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 980 ft (299 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,357/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8415°N, 93.7901°W |
| County FIPS | 27019 |
Winner: Republican by 5.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.8% |
| 48% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.9% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,357/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 268 |
| Restaurants | 188 |
| Retail Stores | 232 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 20.9% |