Wilmont, MN

Minnesota

Wilmont is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 241. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 416/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $37,468 per capita
$152,500 Home Value
$842 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,500 home value, $842/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density416/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$37,468
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,897M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,500
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain30.5 in/yr
Elevation1,729 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+96.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries2

Is Wilmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmont receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wilmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmont is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmont is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wilmont 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 30.5 inches, including 45.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wilmont has a population of 241 with a density of 416 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.1% Hispanic.

Population

241
Total Population
416
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmont is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wilmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,468
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$67,633

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)638
County GDP$1,897M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare72
Retail93
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmont is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,427
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Wilmont, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,329/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities72

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Wilmont 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 30.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.5 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall45.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,729 ft (527 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density416/sq mi
Coordinates43.7639°N, 95.8263°W
County FIPS27105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.6-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density416/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities72
Restaurants42
Retail Stores93

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone75.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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