Wahkon, MN

Minnesota

Wahkon is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 249. Residents earn $52,656 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
249 Population 259/sq mi density
$52,656 Median Income $30,878 per capita
$197,500 Home Value $261,348 Zillow
$858 Median Rent 33.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,656 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$197,500 home value, $858/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,656
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,500
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.0%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,656
Per Capita$30,878
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$674M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,500
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,348
Housing Units202
Rent Burden33.8%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain28.8 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.0%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute20 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries2

Is Wahkon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wahkon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wahkon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wahkon is $52,656, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wahkon is $197,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wahkon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 28.8 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wahkon has a population of 249 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.3%), with 13.3% Hispanic.

Population

249
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Wahkon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wahkon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wahkon is $52,656, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Wahkon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,656
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,878
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wahkon is $197,500, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,348.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,500
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,348

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg
Rent Burden33.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.5%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Wahkon, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate71.0%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Wahkon has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 28.8 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall28.8 inches
24% below US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,257 ft (383 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates46.1200°N, 93.5224°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.0%
47% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone77.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.9%

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