Waite Park, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Benton County County
Waite Park, MN
At a Glance
How Waite Park Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waite Park's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waite Park a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waite Park residents earn a median household income of $56,884 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,864. The unemployment rate stands at 9.2% (156% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,063 business establishments, including 56 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waite Park is $217,000 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,127. Median rent is $1,072/month, with 40.3% 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 1990.
Safety & Crime
Waite Park reports 143 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,303/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in Waite Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 84.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waite Park has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.5 inches.