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Willmar, MN Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

David L.

Anyone regret moving to Willmar?

Longtime lurker here, Household incomes average around $63,368 in Willmar. Poverty rate is 10.9%, which is around average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I overthinking this? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Night life is dece...

5 replies 15 upvotes moving
Elizabeth

Anyone regret moving to Willmar?

OK so Crime rate is something to consider -Willmar sits at 426.7 per 100K. With a population of 21,136, Willmar is a small town. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life ...

2 replies 4 upvotes moving
Daniel R.

Best industries in Willmar right now

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider -Willmar sits at 426.7 per 100K. It's a a small town city with about 21,136 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots?

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Gabriella Martinez

Raising a family in Willmar -thoughts?

Hello, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. The median home value here is around $186,000, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 10.9%, which is around average. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarco...

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Aaron Cox

What surprised you most about Willmar?

Been meaning to ask this. With a population of 21,136, Willmar is a small town. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Elizabeth

Just moved to Willmar, any tips?

Average temperature is around 44--F, so bundle up in winter. Median household income is $63,368, which feels about average for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What are your go-to spots? It's not perfect, but the comm...

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Miles Lee

Why I chose Willmar over bigger cities

Hey folks, I've been here for 2 years and Crime rate is something to consider -Willmar sits at 426.7 per 100K. Median household income is $63,368, which feels about average for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. There's a real sense of community in certain neighbo...

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Miles Lee

Working in Willmar -salaries realistic?

Hello, Been living here since 2007. It's a a small town city with about 21,136 people. Household incomes average around $63,368 in Willmar. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Miles Lee

What surprised you most about Willmar?

The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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