Willmar, MN
Full City Profile · Minnesota · Kandiyohi County County
Willmar, MN
At a Glance
How Willmar Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Willmar's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Willmar a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Willmar residents earn a median household income of $63,368 , which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,501. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,484 business establishments, including 94 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Willmar is $186,000 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,378. Median rent is $830/month, with 25.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1973.
Safety & Crime
Willmar reports 434 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,301/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Willmar hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 85.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Willmar has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 28.7 inches.