Home Value
$302,900
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,119
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.2%
82% lower than US avg
How Wardner Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population300
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,120
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$11,539M
Commute31 min
Housing
Home Value$302,900
Rent$1,119
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$296,696
Health
Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.3%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation3,196 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+99.6%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Libraries8
Is Wardner a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wardner receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Wardner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wardner is $302,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month.
Education
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Wardner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches, including 52.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Wardner has a population of 300 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2% Black.
Population
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.2% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.8% |
| 64% below US avg |
The median household income in Wardner is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $37,120 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,805 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.2% |
| 82% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,717 |
| County GDP | $11,539M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 482 |
| Healthcare | 652 |
| Retail | 635 |
| Manufacturing | 273 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,301 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.42% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.1 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Wardner is $302,900, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $296,696.
Home Values
| Census Median | $302,900 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $296,696 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,119 |
| 4% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,301 |
| 23% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.42% |
In Wardner, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wardner vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.5% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.5% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,562/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 652 |
Crime Rates: Wardner vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Wardner has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.9 inches |
| 11% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 52.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,196 ft (974 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 345/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.5190°N, 116.1357°W |
| County FIPS | 16055 |