Wanda, MN

Minnesota

Wanda is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 79. Residents earn $80,893 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
79 Population 304/sq mi density
$80,893 Median Income $68,268 per capita
$202,300 Home Value
44°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,893 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$202,300 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,893
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $202,300
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.2%
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population79
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,893
Per Capita$68,268
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,490M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$202,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units57

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.8%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4

Is Wanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wanda receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Wanda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wanda is $80,893, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wanda is $202,300, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wanda 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.

Wanda has a population of 79 with a density of 304 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

79
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wanda is $80,893, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Wanda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,893
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,268
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$72,533

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below 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 Rate1.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone45.3%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wanda is $202,300, 28% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$202,300
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%
Housing Units57
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,426
2% below US avg
Effective Rate1.69%
In Wanda, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep28.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits65.7%
Premature Death6,747/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access45.9%
Healthcare Facilities56
Wanda 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

Elevation1,089 ft (332 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates44.3132°N, 95.2135°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27127
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants33
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone45.3%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home17.0%

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