Wilton, MN

Minnesota

Wilton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 326. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
326 Population 111/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $24,198 per capita
$152,500 Home Value
$1,067 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
38°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 13.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,500 home value, $1,067/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,500
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,067
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.4%
272% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.5%
7% lower than US avg

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

People

Population326
Median Age28.2 yrs
Density111/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$24,198
Unemployment13.4%
Poverty11.5%
County GDP$968M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,500
Rent$1,067
Ownership66.4%
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation1,383 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+92.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute16 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is Wilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilton is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.4%, unemployment is notably high. 11.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilton is $152,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wilton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wilton has a population of 326 with a density of 111 people per square mile. The median age is 28.2 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 19.9% Hispanic.

Population

326
Total Population
111
People / sq mi
28.2yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.6%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilton is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Wilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,198
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$68,529

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.4%
272% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.5%
7% below 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 Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilton is $152,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below US avg). 66.4% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,500
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,067
8% below US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.4%
Owner-Occupied66.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,149
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Wilton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate71.1%
Premature Death6,268/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Wilton has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average37.7°F
30% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,383 ft (422 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density111/sq mi
Coordinates47.5075°N, 94.9998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.5-point margin. 79.0% 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+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density111/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants82
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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