Warsaw, MN

Minnesota

Warsaw is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 690. Residents earn $115,313 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
690 Population 802/sq mi density
$115,313 Median Income $44,889 per capita
$255,000 Home Value $253,672 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$115,313 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$255,000 home value, $1,188/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,313
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $255,000
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.7%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population690
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,313
Per Capita$44,889
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$4,083M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$255,000
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,672
Housing Units346
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.8%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation997 ft (304 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.7%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute31 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries3

Is Warsaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Warsaw receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Warsaw stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Warsaw is $115,313, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Warsaw among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.3% 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 Warsaw is $255,000, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Warsaw has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches, including 43.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Warsaw has a population of 690 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

690
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Warsaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Warsaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Warsaw is $115,313, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Warsaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,313
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,889
Avg Weekly Wage$1,165
IRS Avg AGI$80,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,786
County GDP$4,083M

Business (County)

Restaurants136
Healthcare181
Retail179
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Warsaw is $255,000, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,672.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,000
10% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,672

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.7%
Housing Units346
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,496
28% above US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Warsaw, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.0%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.1%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death5,294/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities181
Warsaw has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.5 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.5 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall43.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation997 ft (304 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates44.2622°N, 93.3769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27131
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.5-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 2.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.7%
24% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities181
Restaurants136
Retail Stores179

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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