Choose Country

Warba, MN

Minnesota

Warba is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 164. Residents earn $48,542 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
164 Population 51/sq mi density
$48,542 Median Income $24,156 per capita
$105,400 Home Value $209,933 Zillow
$1,050 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$48,542 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,400 home value, $1,050/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,542
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,400
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density51/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans12.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,542
Per Capita$24,156
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$2,579M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,400
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,933
Housing Units68
Rent Burden36.0%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking16.5%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute38 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries6

Is Warba a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warba receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Warba offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warba is $48,542, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Warba is $105,400, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 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

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Warba has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°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 29.4 inches, including 59.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Warba has a population of 164 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.4%), with 3% Hispanic, 12.2% Black.

Population

164
Total Population
51
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Warba vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warba vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warba is $48,542, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Warba vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,542
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,156
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$70,727

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,352
County GDP$2,579M

Business (County)

Restaurants107
Healthcare170
Retail178
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Warba is $105,400, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,933.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,933

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.2%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,534
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In Warba, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep29.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:980
Dentists1:1,256
Mental Health1:289
Checkup Rate71.5%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death9,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities170
Warba has an average annual temperature of 40°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 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 Average40.1°F
26% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall59.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,271 ft (387 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density51/sq mi
Coordinates47.1356°N, 93.2701°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 39.1%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density51/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants107
Retail Stores178

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Coleraine, MN 1,888 pop · 12.1 mi Grand Rapids, MN 11,186 pop · 14.2 mi Nashwauk, MN 1,035 pop · 17.6 mi Cohasset, MN 2,700 pop · 19.9 mi Keewatin, MN 1,229 pop · 20.2 mi Hibbing, MN 16,100 pop · 23.5 mi Chisholm, MN 4,731 pop · 30.4 mi Buhl, MN 1,013 pop · 34.0 mi Eveleth, MN 3,470 pop · 41.1 mi Mountain Iron, MN 2,865 pop · 41.3 mi Big Lake, MN 12,115 pop · 42.9 mi Virginia, MN 8,362 pop · 44.5 mi Gilbert, MN 1,693 pop · 45.3 mi Cloquet, MN 12,582 pop · 46.0 mi
Compare Warba with another city: