Waterville, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Le Sueur County County
Waterville, MN
At a Glance
How Waterville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterville residents earn a median household income of $67,721 , which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,940. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 790 business establishments, including 44 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waterville is $216,700 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $323,469. Median rent is $835/month, with 40.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1967.
Safety & Crime
Waterville reports 114 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 57/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Waterville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 91.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterville has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches.