Walnut Grove, MN

Minnesota

Walnut Grove is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 719. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
719 Population 660/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $25,008 per capita
$81,000 Home Value $157,184 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $575/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.1%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population719
Median Age33.8 yrs
Density660/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 42%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$25,008
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty26.1%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,184
Housing Units362
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity31.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.2%
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,208 ft (368 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+82.3%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries4

Is Walnut Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walnut Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Walnut Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walnut Grove is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walnut Grove is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Walnut Grove has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 46.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Walnut Grove has a population of 719 with a density of 660 people per square mile. The median age is 33.8 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (42.1%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

719
Total Population
660
People / sq mi
33.8yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.7%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walnut Grove is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Walnut Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,008
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.1%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)592
County GDP$1,490M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare56
Retail58
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Walnut Grove is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%
Housing Units362
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Walnut Grove, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 20.8% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Walnut Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma8.9%
COPD5.2%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56
Walnut Grove has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. The area enjoys 276 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 Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall46.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,208 ft (368 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density660/sq mi
Coordinates44.2250°N, 95.4692°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+82.3%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density660/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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