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West Concord, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

West Concord is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 753. Residents earn $81,111 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
753 Population 697/sq mi density
$81,111 Median Income $36,899 per capita
$154,300 Home Value $259,282 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$81,111 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,300 home value, $786/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,111
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population753
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density697/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$81,111
Per Capita$36,899
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,065M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,300
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,282
Housing Units373
Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.3%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries3

Is West Concord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Concord receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. West Concord offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Concord is $81,111, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Concord is $154,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

West Concord has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches, including 44.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Concord has a population of 753 with a density of 697 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

753
Total Population
697
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

West Concord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.2%
17% above US avg
Spanish7.8%
42% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Concord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Concord is $81,111, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: West Concord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,111
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,899
Avg Weekly Wage$1,178
IRS Avg AGI$82,634

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare37
Retail50
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,064
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in West Concord is $154,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,282.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,282

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$103
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units373
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,064
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In West Concord, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Concord vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death5,217/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.6/10
Exercise Access71.4%
Healthcare Facilities37
West Concord has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-11°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.3°F
20% below US avg
January Average13°F (-11°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall44.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,231 ft (375 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density697/sq mi
Coordinates44.1528°N, 92.9000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27039
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density697/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants29
Retail Stores50

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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