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Waubun, MN

Minnesota

Waubun is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 393. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
393 Population 771/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $25,469 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $263,225 Zillow
$670 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
40°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $670/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density771/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$25,469
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$249M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$263,225
Housing Units165
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity44.9%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking26.6%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp40°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute14 min
Broadband82.7%
Libraries1

Is Waubun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waubun receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Waubun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waubun is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Waubun is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Waubun has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 40°F. Winters average 6°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 26.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Waubun has a population of 393 with a density of 771 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (66.2%), with 32.1% White.

Population

393
Total Population
771
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Waubun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waubun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waubun is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Waubun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,469
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.0 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Waubun is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $263,225.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$263,225

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Waubun, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 26.6% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes14.7%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma13.5%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking26.6%
90% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.2%
Dental Visits52.7%
Premature Death19,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Waubun has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.9°F
26% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.4 inches
31% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,239 ft (378 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density771/sq mi
Coordinates47.1839°N, 95.9401°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 82.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density771/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.0 min
Drive Alone71.7%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home9.4%

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