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Winger, MN

Minnesota

Winger is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 184. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 575/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $30,395 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $141,008 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 22.9% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $725/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density575/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$30,395
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$249M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,008
Housing Units87
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking17.7%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain26.6 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,235 ft (376 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+78.4%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute16 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Winger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winger receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Winger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winger is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Winger is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Winger has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Winger has a population of 184 with a density of 575 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 12.5% Hispanic.

Population

184
Total Population
575
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Winger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winger is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Winger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,395
Avg Weekly Wage$1,103
IRS Avg AGI$53,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)122
County GDP$249M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare10
Retail19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Winger is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,008.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,008

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,733
22% below US avg
Effective Rate3.48%
In Winger, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,414
Checkup Rate71.1%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death19,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities10
Winger has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 5°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.6 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

5°F Jan (-15°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.8°F
28% below US avg
January Average5°F (-15°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.6 inches
30% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,235 ft (376 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density575/sq mi
Coordinates47.5363°N, 95.9860°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.5%
D 44.8%

Winner: Republican by 8.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+78.4%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score6.08
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density575/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities10
Restaurants13
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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