Whipholt, MN

Minnesota

Whipholt is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 69. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
69 Population 21/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $60,210 per capita
$262,500 Home Value
$1,313 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$262,500 home value, $1,313/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.3%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density21/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$60,210
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$968M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$262,500
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units104
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity27.3%
Uninsured5.3%
Smoking11.8%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,327 ft (404 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.3%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+8.5%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries1

Is Whipholt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whipholt receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Whipholt stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whipholt is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whipholt is $262,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Whipholt has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches, including 48.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Whipholt has a population of 69 with a density of 21 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

69
Total Population
21
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whipholt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Whipholt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whipholt is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Whipholt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$60,210
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)684
County GDP$968M

Business (County)

Restaurants82
Healthcare56
Retail109
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Whipholt is $262,500, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,500
7% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.1%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.58%
In Whipholt, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.3% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure24.4%
Asthma8.2%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep27.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured5.3%
38% below US avg
Checkup Rate57.6%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death6,268/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities56
Whipholt has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average8°F (-14°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall48.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,327 ft (404 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density21/sq mi
Coordinates47.0405°N, 94.3854°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 38.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.3%
14% above US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+8.5%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density21/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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