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Watkins, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Meeker County County
Watkins, MN
At a Glance
How Watkins Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Watkins's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Watkins a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Watkins residents earn a median household income of $50,875 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,967. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 708 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Watkins is $136,800 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $304,551. Median rent is $760/month, with 30.8% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Watkins reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 0/100K.
Education
6.7% of adults in Watkins hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Watkins has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 30.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.