Median Income
$42,083
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
15.8%
27% higher than US avg
How Windom Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population52
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans46.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$24,588
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute22 min
Health
Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Elevation1,649 ft (503 m)
Education
A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.80
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries6
Is Windom a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Windom receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Windom stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Windom is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Windom enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches, including 14.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Windom has a population of 52 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.9% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.1% |
| 10% below US avg |
The median household income in Windom is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,083 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,588 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,135 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,497 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 15.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 974 |
| County GDP | $2,636M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 75 |
| Healthcare | 93 |
| Retail | 109 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,206 |
| 20% above US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 21.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
In Windom, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Windom vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.0% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.4% |
| Asthma | 9.1% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 19.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 67.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,868/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 93 |
Windom has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 33.6 inches |
| 12% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 14.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,649 ft (503 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3841°N, 97.9102°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 20113 |