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Waldorf, MN

Minnesota

Waldorf is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 164. Residents earn $55,357 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
164 Population 432/sq mi density
$55,357 Median Income $28,929 per capita
$120,600 Home Value $208,917 Zillow
$880 Median Rent 44.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,357 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$120,600 home value, $880/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,357
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $120,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density432/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,357
Per Capita$28,929
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$788M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$120,600
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,917
Housing Units93
Rent Burden44.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.6%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries4

Is Waldorf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldorf receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Waldorf offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldorf is $55,357, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waldorf is $120,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Waldorf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 40.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Waldorf has a population of 164 with a density of 432 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

164
Total Population
432
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldorf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waldorf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldorf is $55,357, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Waldorf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,357
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,929
Avg Weekly Wage$998
IRS Avg AGI$64,356

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)492
County GDP$788M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare47
Retail57
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone65.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Waldorf is $120,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,917.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$120,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,917

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden44.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,944
16% below US avg
Effective Rate2.44%
In Waldorf, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep30.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death7,137/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities47
Waldorf has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.5 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall40.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density432/sq mi
Coordinates43.9331°N, 93.6976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.8%
D 30.4%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density432/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants34
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone65.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.3%

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