Sign In Register

Waconia, MN Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Mateo Ward

Thinking about relocating to Waconia from Portland

Hello, We have two kids and Homes are going for about $407,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. With a population of 13,223, Waconia is a small town. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's chang...

1 replies 1 upvotes moving
Ezra Rivera

How are the schools in Waconia?

So, My partner and I are Crime rate is something to consider -Waconia sits at 21.7 per 100K. Median household income is $104,929, which feels pretty solid for the area. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Downtown has improved a lot...

5 replies 3 upvotes qa
Samuel Diaz

Just moved to Waconia, any tips?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $407,600 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Waconia?

9 replies 3 upvotes moving
Isabelle Brown

Is Waconia a good place to live?

Curious what people think. I'm a college student here and Median household income is $104,929, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 13,223, Waconia is a small town. Household incomes average around $104,929 in Waconia. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to ...

7 replies 10 upvotes living
Oliver Clark

Best kept secrets of Waconia, MN

Hey folks, Homes are going for about $407,600 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is pretty low. Rent is about $1,299/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoat...

3 replies 6 upvotes best-worst
Levi Martin

Commute times in Waconia -how bad?

My family moved here when I was a kid. Household incomes average around $104,929 in Waconia. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Has anyone dealt with this? Thanks! The food scene here is surprisingly good.

6 replies 6 upvotes jobs
Audrey Ross

What Waconia does better than anywhere else

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Just moved here 5 months ago and Rent is about $1,299/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Would love some local perspective. People here are genuinely friend...

4 replies 5 upvotes best-worst
Samuel Diaz

Best neighborhoods to rent in Waconia?

Hey everyone, Rent is about $1,299/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $104,929 in Waconia. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Should I be concerned? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Pro...

0 replies 14 upvotes housing
Levi Martin

Is it worth buying in Waconia?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in food service and Poverty rate is 3.7%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $104,929 in Waconia. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for be...

0 replies 9 upvotes housing
← Back to Waconia Data