Willernie, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Willernie is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 466. Residents earn $82,321 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
466 Population 3,585/sq mi density
$82,321 Median Income $36,387 per capita
$307,000 Home Value $276,255 Zillow
$1,348 Median Rent 18.4% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$82,321 median income, 15.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$307,000 home value, $1,348/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,321
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $307,000
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.3%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,348
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.4%
328% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density3,585/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans17.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$82,321
Per Capita$36,387
Unemployment15.4%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$17,078M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$307,000
Rent$1,348
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$276,255
Rent Burden18.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.2 in/yr
Elevation950 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.3%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute25 min
Broadband93.4%
Libraries9

Is Willernie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willernie receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Willernie offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willernie is $82,321, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 15.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willernie is $307,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,348 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Willernie has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Willernie has a population of 466 with a density of 3,585 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 (87.1%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

466
Total Population
3,585
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Willernie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willernie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willernie is $82,321, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Willernie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,321
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,387
Avg Weekly Wage$1,167
IRS Avg AGI$112,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.4%
328% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,011
County GDP$17,078M

Business (County)

Restaurants458
Healthcare845
Retail692
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,819
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Willernie is $307,000, 9% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,348 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $276,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$307,000
9% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$276,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,348
16% above US avg
Rent Burden18.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,819
66% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Willernie, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress8.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death4,820/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access94.6%
Healthcare Facilities845

Crime Rates: Willernie vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Willernie has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.3°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.2 inches
13% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation950 ft (290 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density3,585/sq mi
Coordinates45.0537°N, 92.9580°W
County FIPS27163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 8.9-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 53.5%

Winner: Democrat by 8.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.3%
10% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,585/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities845
Restaurants458
Retail Stores692

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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