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Wendell, MN

Minnesota

Wendell is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 177. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
177 Population 179/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $32,092 per capita
$71,300 Home Value
$741 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,300 home value, $741/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.2%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $741
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.4%
113% higher than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$32,092
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.4%
County GDP$386M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,300
Rent$741
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.8%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.2%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is Wendell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wendell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Wendell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wendell is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wendell is $71,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $741 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wendell has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wendell has a population of 177 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

177
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wendell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wendell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wendell is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Wendell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,077
IRS Avg AGI$71,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.4%
113% above US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$386M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare20
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,733
7% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wendell is $71,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $741 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$741
36% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,733
7% above US avg
Effective Rate5.24%
In Wendell, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep30.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.7%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.9%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death9,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access56.8%
Healthcare Facilities20
Wendell has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates46.0359°N, 96.1008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.5%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.2%
58% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants7
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.0%

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