Winona, MN

Minnesota · Trempealeau County

Winona is a small city in Minnesota with a population of 25,998. Residents earn $56,163 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.4 /5.0

B Good

25,998 Population 1,370/sq mi density

$56,163 Median Income $34,197 per capita

$193,500 Home Value $251,767 Zillow

$839 Median Rent 31.2% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 258 sunny days/yr

112 Violent Crime/100K 2,410 property/100K

Overall

3.4 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.0 / 5.0

$56,163 median income, 2.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.7 / 5.0

$193,500 home value, $839/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

112 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)

B+

Education

3.8 / 5.0

34.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $56,163

25% lower than US avg

Home Value $193,500

31% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 112/100K

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.8%

3% higher than US avg

Median Rent $839

28% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.1%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.4%

33% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 6.3%

49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,998

Median Age31.6 yrs

Density1,370/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans4.9%

Economy

Median Income$56,163

Per Capita$34,197

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty6.3%

County GDP$1,889M

Commute14 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$193,500

Rent$839

Ownership57.6%

Zillow$251,767

Housing Units11,551

Rent Burden31.2%

Crime

Violent112/100K

Property2,410/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault52/100K

Burglary191/100K

Health

Obesity38.1%

Uninsured8.2%

Smoking16.6%

Depression26.6%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI20 (Good)

Sunny Days258/yr

Elevation662 ft (202 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.8%

High School+94.9%

Graduate+13.3%

School Score6.04

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute14 min

Broadband93.5%

EV Stations8

Libraries9

Is Winona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winona receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Winona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winona is $56,163, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winona is $193,500, 31% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Winona is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,410 per 100,000, 23% above the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Winona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 258 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20.

Winona has a population of 25,998 with a density of 1,370 people per square mile, spread across 24.1 square miles. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 3.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.8% of residents, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are veterans. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,998

Total Population

1,370

People / sq mi

31.6yrs

Median Age

19% below US avg

24.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Winona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.8%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.2%

61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winona is $56,163, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,197 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $984, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 835 business establishments, including 80 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 8.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Winona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,163
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,197
Avg Weekly Wage	$984
IRS Avg AGI	$64,832
Gini Index	0.398 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.4%
	33% below US avg
Poverty Rate	6.3%
	49% below US avg
Establishments (County)	835
County GDP	$1,889M

Business (County)

Restaurants	80
Healthcare	49
Retail	96
Manufacturing	57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,357
	53% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	14.3 min
Drive Alone	72.7%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	8.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winona is $193,500, 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,767, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 97.2% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $868 for a one-bedroom to $1,066 for a two-bedroom apartment. 57.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 11,551 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1957. The average annual property tax is $5,357 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 31.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$193,500
	31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$251,767
Median List Price	$247,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$247,900
$/Sq Ft	$156
Homes Sold	12
Sale-to-List Ratio	97.2%
Price Drops	12.5%
Inventory	24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$839
	28% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,235
Rent Burden	31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$791
1 Bedroom	$868
2 Bedrooms	$1,066
3 Bedrooms	$1,336
4 Bedrooms	$1,543

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	57.6%
Owner-Occupied	57.6%
Renter-Occupied	42.4%
Housing Units	11,551
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,357
	53% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.77%

In Winona, 38.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.9% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 30.2% have high blood pressure. 16.6% are current smokers. 20.1% report binge drinking. 24.6% are physically inactive. 26.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.0% experience frequent mental distress. 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840. The dentist ratio is 1:3,433. 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-24)

PM2.5

6.3

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

7.1

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

2.3

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

72.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.2

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

138.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.1%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.2%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.6%
	19% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.1%
Physical Inactivity	24.6%
Depression	26.6%
Mental Distress	18.0%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	31.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.7%
Uninsured	8.2%
	5% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,840
Dentists	1:3,433
Mental Health	1:1,717
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	6,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	79.5%
Healthcare Facilities	49

Winona has a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 52.4 per 100,000, robbery at 22.5, rape at 37.4. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,410 per 100,000, 23% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,144, burglary at 191, vehicle theft at 75 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Winona receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	112.3/100K
	70% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	37.4/100K
Robbery	22.5/100K
Assault	52.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	2,410.2/100K
	23% above US avg
Burglary	190.9/100K
Theft	2,144.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	74.9/100K
Arson	3.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Traffic Accidents	658
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Winona experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 20 / among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 662 feet.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	48.8°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	19°F (-7°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	662 ft (202 m)
Area	24.1 sq mi (62.5 km²)
Population Density	1,370/sq mi
Coordinates	44.0513°N, 91.6681°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Trempealeau County County
Nearest Airport	La Crosse Regional (LSE) 24 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jul) 4.29"

Driest Month (Feb) 0.79"

Air Quality

AQI Median	20.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.4%
Unhealthy Days	0

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	58.7 / 100
Social Vulnerability	40.7 / 100
Community Resilience	70.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	No Rating
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Tornado History

347 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 13 fatalities, 240 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Sep 16, 1962	EF4	63 km	0
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	99 km	3
Jun 4, 1958	EF4	86 km	4
May 10, 1953	EF4	89 km	2
Sep 24, 2019	EF3	91 km	0
May 15, 1998	EF3	59 km	0
Aug 27, 1994	EF3	69 km	2
Jul 19, 1994	EF3	96 km	0
Jul 15, 1980	EF3	87 km	1
Jun 5, 1980	EF3	56 km	0
May 5, 1965	EF3	68 km	0
May 26, 1959	EF3	21 km	0
Sep 12, 1951	EF3	72 km	0
Jun 15, 2022	EF2	94 km	0
Apr 12, 2022	EF2	98 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	89 km	0
Dec 15, 2021	EF2	85 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	38 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	97 km	0
May 22, 2011	EF2	88 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BEAVER CUTOFF (982 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	BEAVER CUTOFF	982	28 km
2024	RX-UPPER SEVENTEEN	520	91 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	19°F (-7°C)	0.9 in	Coldest
February	20°F (-7°C)	0.8 in	Driest
March	32°F (0°C)	1.9 in
April	46°F (8°C)	3.0 in
May	58°F (15°C)	3.8 in
June	67°F (20°C)	3.9 in
July	75°F (24°C)	4.3 in	Warmest, Wettest
August	70°F (21°C)	4.0 in
September	61°F (16°C)	4.0 in
October	49°F (10°C)	2.4 in
November	34°F (1°C)	1.8 in
December	20°F (-7°C)	1.2 in

Winona has a seasonal temperature swing of 56°F / from 19°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (0.8").

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Winona is located in Trempealeau County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 34.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.1% of the vote, a 21.4-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 49 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%

D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Traffic Accidents	658
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	34.8%
	3% above US avg
High School+	94.9%
Graduate Degree+	13.3%
School Test Score	6.04

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density	1,370/sq mi
Total Area	24.1 sq mi
County	Trempealeau County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.5%
Avg Download Speed	23.9 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.8 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	8
Alt Fuel Stations	13
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	49
Restaurants	80
Retail Stores	96

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	14.3 min
Drive Alone	72.7%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	8.9%

Average costs for common services in Winona. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$247 ($148–$394)
Specialist Visit	$345 ($197–$542)
Urgent Care Visit	$197 ($99–$345)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,169 ($789–$4,930)
Dental Cleaning	$128 ($74–$197)
Dental Filling	$247 ($148–$394)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$296 ($148–$493)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$592 ($394–$986)
Battery Replacement	$197 ($99–$345)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$99 ($59–$148)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$89 ($49–$138)
HVAC Repair	$394 ($148–$789)
HVAC System Install	$6,902 ($3,944–$11,832)
Roof Repair	$986 ($394–$1,972)
Roof Replacement	$8,874 ($5,423–$14,790)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,479 ($493–$3,451)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,790 ($4,930–$29,580)
DUI Defense	$4,930 ($1,972–$9,860)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,479 ($789–$2,958)
Will Preparation	$493 ($197–$986)
Trust Preparation	$2,465 ($986–$4,930)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($30–$99)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$148 ($74–$247)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$79 ($49–$128)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.04 ($2.96–$5.42)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.45 ($2.47–$4.93)
Loaf of Bread	$3.75 ($2.47–$5.42)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.44 ($2.96–$6.41)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.42 ($3.94–$7.40)
Rice (per lb)	$0.99 ($0.59–$1.77)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$138 ($79–$247)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$148)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$99)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($30–$99)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$84 ($49–$148)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$197 ($74–$493)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,972 ($1,183–$3,451)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($30–$128)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.89–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$99 ($30–$247)
Driver's License Renewal	$30 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,183 ($592–$2,465)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$986 ($493–$1,972)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$394 ($197–$690)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$99)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$986 ($394–$2,465)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,325 ($4,930–$29,580)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($30–$99)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$99 ($49–$197)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($30–$99)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$296 ($148–$493)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$197 ($99–$394)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$788
Toddler	$736
Preschool	$736
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$650
Toddler	$617
Preschool	$617

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Trempealeau County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,321	53	$61,302	4.21
Retail Trade	938	91	$30,632	0.75
Accommodation & Food Services	716	72	$16,749	0.63
Administrative & Waste Services	558	26	$43,900	0.76
Transportation & Warehousing	453	40	$61,114	0.86
Construction	334	82	$54,864	0.51
Finance & Insurance	238	50	$61,168	0.47
Other Services	230	50	$50,656	0.61
Arts & Entertainment	87	10	$19,829	0.41
Information & Technology	64	7	$66,522	0.27
Real Estate	56	16	$55,129	0.29

Colleges & Universities in Winona

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Winona State University	Public · Graduate	7,029	68.5%	$10,498	$17,230
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota	Private Non-Profit · Graduate	5,727	88.8%	$43,160	$43,160
Minnesota State College Southeast	Public · Associate	2,597	—	$7,820	$7,820

Hospitals in Winona

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
WINONA HEALTH SERVICES	Acute Care Hospitals	2/5	Yes	(507) 454-3650

Schools in Winona

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
WINONA SENIOR HIGH	High	881	49	18.0:1
WINONA MIDDLE	Middle	641	47	13.6:1
JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY	Elementary	309	25	12.4:1
WASHINGTON-KOSCIUSKO ELEMENTARY	Elementary	286	26	11.0:1
BLUFFVIEW MONTESSORI (Charter)	Elementary	212	25	8.5:1
GOODVIEW ELEMENTARY	Elementary	196	15	13.1:1
RIVERWAY SECONDARY (Charter)	High	66	4	16.5:1
Riverway Learning Community Charter (Charter)	Elementary	65	5	13.0:1

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Radio Stations near Winona

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Winona

18 national parks and monuments found near Winona.

Park	Type	Fee
Beaver Creek Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Buffalo River State Trail	State Park	Free
Carley State Park	State Park	Free
Chippewa River State Trail	State Park	Free
Effigy Mounds National Monument	National Monument	Free
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park	State Park	Free
Frontenac State Park	State Park	Free
Great River Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Great River State Trail	State Park	Free
Hoffman Hills Recreation Area	State Park	Free
John A. Latsch State Park	State Park	Free
La Crosse River State Trail	State Park	Free
Lake Louise State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Wissota State Park	State Park	Free
Merrick State Park	State Park	Free
Perrot State Park	State Park	Free
Red Cedar State Trail	State Park	Free
Willow River State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Winona

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	27,501	$38,353
2015	27,048	$41,053
2017	26,841	$43,551
2019	26,654	$48,677
2021	25,964	$48,662
2023	26,079	$56,163

Museums in Winona

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
LILLIAN DAVIS HOGAN GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM			$93,821,321
MINNESOTA MARINE ART MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5074746626	$987,351
ARCHES MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	23108 HIGHWAY 14	5075232111	$463,518
WINONA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5074542723	$463,518
CSTEA HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	357 GOULD STREET	5074542930	$72,997
POLISH CULTURAL INSTITUTE	GENERAL MUSEUM		5074543431	$52,909
ARCADIA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6083237143	$21,842
PICKWICK MILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5074545031	$18,607
WINONA STEAM CALLIOPE ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		5076892272	$3,100
BUFFALO CITY - COCHRANE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6082483092
MINNESOTA CITY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PAUL WATKINS ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
ROLLINGSTONE LUXEMBOURG HERITAGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
RUSHFORD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	401 S ELM ST	5078647560
WILLIAM A THOMPSON DREDGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
WINONA ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		5074539959

Libraries in Winona

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WINONA PUBLIC LIBRARY	151 W FIFTH STREET	134,033
RUSHFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY	101 MILL STREET N	37,763
SHIRLEY M. WRIGHT MEMORIAL LIBRARY	11455 FREMONT ST.	21,112
ARCADIA FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	406 E. MAIN ST.	16,007

Farmers Markets in Winona

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Fountain City Farmers Market	725 S Main St	June to October	Thu:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;
Lewiston Area Farmers Market	170 S Fremont St	06/19/2019 to 09/04/2019	Wed: 5:00 PM-8:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Winona Farmers Market	Main Street and 2nd Street	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Winona

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn by Wyndham Winona

Days Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites Winona

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Winona

Riverport Inn

The Plaza

Restaurants in Winona

24 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Acoustic Cafe

Beno's Deli

Erberts and Gerberts

Golden China

Great Hunan

Green Mill

Ground Round

Lakeview Drive Inn

Mangos

Mary Moe's Bar & Grill

Miyo Japanese Bistro

Nosh

Ocean Sushi

Parlor Room

Perkins

Pizza Hut

Sammy's Pizza Winona

The Boat House

Toppers

Wellington's Pub & Grill

Whalen's at Westfield

Winona Sandwich Company

Winona's Family Restaurant

ZaZa's Pub & Pizza

Cafes in Winona

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blooming Grounds

Blue Heron Coffee House

Caribou Coffee

Mugby Junction

Sapori di Sicilia

Cinemas in Winona

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winona 7

Clinics in Winona

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gundersen Winona Clinic

Veterinaries in Winona

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pet Medical Center

Train Stations in Winona

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Winona

Gas Stations in Winona

11 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fleet Farm Gas

Freedom Valu Center

Kwik Trip

Kwip Trip

Minnoco

Sinclair

Banks in Winona

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union Winona Branch

Alliance Bank

Altra Federal Credit Union Winona Branch

Merchants National Bank

Wells Fargo

WNB Financial

Golf Courses in Winona

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Westfield Golf Club

Breweries in Winona

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Bub's Brewing Co, Bubs Brewing Co	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Catering, Brewery, Bus Line, and American Restaurant	65 E 4th St	5074522103, 5074573121
Sportsman's Lounge	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, drinking, Breweries	101 W Main St	6083232433	Visit

Nursing Homes in Winona

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
LAKE WINONA MANOR 865 MANKATO AVENUE	Non profit - Corporation	125	120	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	5074574366
SAINT ANNE EXTENDED HEALTHCARE 1347 WEST BROADWAY	Non profit - Corporation	109	99	4/5	—	4/5	2/5	5074543621
SAUER HEALTH CARE 1635 WEST SERVICE DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	71	61	2/5	—	5/5	3/5	5074545540

Pharmacies in Winona

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
GOLTZ PHARMACY	274 EAST 3RD STREET	507-452-2547
HY-VEE	1475 WEST SERVICE DRIVE	507-452-5254
KMART	1122 HIGHWAY 61	507-454-6072
SHOPKO	405 COTTONWOOD DRIVE	507-452-1244
TARGET	860 MANKATO AVENUE	507-452-6308
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 5397	955 FRONTENAC DRIVE	507-452-0615
WALGREENS - 7727	750 MANKATO AVENUE	507-452-4076
WINONA HEALTH PARKVIEW PHARMACY	855 MANKATO AVENUE	507-454-4925

EV Charging Stations in Winona

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Dahl Chevrolet Buick GMC	1201 US-61	Non-Networked	1	1	J1772 J1772COMBO	public
GM - Dahl Chevrolet Buick GMC	1201 US-61	EV Connect		1	J1772COMBO	public
Bluff Country Co-op	121 W 2nd St	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
DAHLAUTO- TOYSALES-CT4000	1077 W Service Dr	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
Winona State University - Silver Kryzsko Lot 32	250 W 10th St	AMPUP	2		J1772 NEMA515	public

Cell Towers in Winona

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
.5 MI S OF I90 1 MI W OF CR 29/6	TOWER	113
Intersection County Hwy 11 and County Hwy 12	TOWER	94
CR-15, 1.5 mi NW of Witoka (Witoka # 87860)	TOWER	93
ARCADIA SITE: N26765 COUNTY ROAD J	TOWER	82
Township Road 1 W. of CR 25 S. of I-90(BTF 58/S. Buckbee#091811)	TOWER	79
RR 1 Box 72 (BTF 57 McNally - 091810)	TOWER	78
133 WINCREST DRIVE	TOWER	47
.2 KM NORTH OF	TOWER	34
.2 KM NORTH OF	TOWER	34

Fire Stations in Winona

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Pickwick Fire and Rescue	24616 County Road 7	Volunteer	507-454-2263
Wilson Volunteer Fire Department	29660 County RD 12	Volunteer	507-454-2375
Winona Fire Department	451 E 3RD ST	Mostly career	507-457-8266

Bridges in Winona

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1957	32	18,810	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1971	249	12,027	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1985	143	11,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2007	159	10,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1941	166	10,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1942	1,008	10,200	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2014	2,295	10,105	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1943	1,008	9,809	F
Culvert	Steel	1980	28	7,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1979	94	6,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	132	6,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	132	6,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2023	54	5,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	2019	64	5,400	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel continuous	1941	2,292	4,905	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	282	3,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1969	282	3,450	P
Culvert	Concrete	1957	32	3,400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	64	2,250	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1986	127	2,050	G
Slab	Concrete	2005	40	766	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	1928	47	117	P
Slab	Concrete	2010	50	49	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	2010	84	45	G
Arch (Deck)	Concrete continuous	1916	1,220	40	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	25	1	P

Correctional Facilities in Winona

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
WINONA COUNTY JAIL	201 WEST 3RD STREET	COUNTY	50	83	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Winona

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Winona, MN	65 East Mark Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Winona

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BADGER FOUNDRY COMPANY	1058 EAST MARK ST.	WINONA
CYTEC ENGINEERED MATERIALS INC	501 WEST 3RD STREET	WINONA
CYTEC ENGINEERED MATERIALS INC	501 WEST 3RD STREET	WINONA

Airports Near Winona

38 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
La Crosse Regional Airport	LSE	Medium Airport
Airwolfe Airport	—	Small Airport
Blair Airport	—	Small Airport
Brion Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Buck Knob Airport	—	Small Airport
Carlson Airport	—	Small Airport
Christison Airport	—	Small Airport
Deters Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dog Run Airport	—	Small Airport
Durand Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Ellen Church Field	—	Small Airport
Eyota Airport	—	Small Airport
Fillmore County Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying A Airport	—	Small Airport
Frontenac Airport	—	Small Airport
Haeuser Airport	—	Small Airport
Hayes Road Airport	—	Small Airport
Heyoka Field	—	Small Airport
High Grove Airport	—	Small Airport
Holland Air Park	—	Small Airport
Houston County Airport	—	Small Airport
Independence Airport	—	Small Airport
Kohlmeyer Airport	—	Small Airport
Lewis Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Plum Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Log Cabin Airport	—	Small Airport
Matthias Field	—	Small Airport
Ottman Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Parkway Farm Strip	—	Small Airport
Pietenpol Field	—	Small Airport
Rushford Municipal Airport - Robert W Bunke Field	—	Small Airport
Rutherford Airport	—	Small Airport
Schubert Airstrip	—	Small Airport
The Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Trygstad Airport	—	Small Airport
Turkey Bluff Airport	—	Small Airport
Van Norman's Airport	—	Small Airport
Winona Municipal Airport Max Conrad Field	ONA	Small Airport

Police Stations in Winona

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Arcadia Police Department
Goodview Police Department
Rushford Police Department
Winona City Police Department
Winona County Sheriff

Grocery Stores in Winona

19 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 72119	Supermarket	1443 W Service Dr
BLUFF COUNTRY CO-OP	Supermarket	121 W 2nd St
Dollar Tree 2247	Other	1447 W Service Dr
Express Lane 5513	Convenience Store	217 Johnson St
HY-VEE FOODS 1896	Super Store	1475 W Service Dr
KWIK TRIP 654	Convenience Store	375 Cottonwood Dr
KWIK TRIP 746	Convenience Store	1058 Homer Rd
KWIK TRIP 778	Convenience Store	1601 W 5th St
KWIK TRIP 810	Convenience Store	268 W Sarnia St
KWIK TRIP 811	Convenience Store	872 W Broadway St
KWIK TRIP 824	Convenience Store	770 E Broadway St
MIDTOWN FOODS	Super Store	126 E 5th St
Papa Murphys Winona MN066	Specialty Store	945 Frontenac Dr
Rudra Mankato Llc	Convenience Store	952 Mankato Ave
Sinclair Service Drive	Convenience Store	1650 W Service Dr
Target Store 1096	Super Store	860 Mankato Ave
Walgreens 7727	Other	750 Mankato Ave
Walmart 5397	Super Store	955 Frontenac Dr
Winona Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	2nd And Main Street

Treatment Centers in Winona

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Hiawatha Hall	Mental Health	507-454-7711
Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center - Bluffview Board and Lodge	Mental Health	507-454-1046

DOL Wage Violations in Winona

9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $57,043 in back wages owed to 182 employees.

Violations

$57,043

Back Wages Owed

182

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
H.O.P.E.	—	—	55987	—	2	$19,911	$905	22
Valley Security Services, Inc.	—	—	55987	—	1	$7,495	$214	35
Bluff City Properties	—	—	55987	—	1	$6,738	$2,246	3
WATKINS INC	—	—	55987	Spice and Extract Manufacturing	1	$5,717	$5,717	1
Ocean Sushi	—	—	55987	—	1	$5,292	$1,058	5
Winona ORC Industries	—	Winona	55987	—	3	$5,102	$48	107
Dee's Auto Care	—	—	55987	—	1	$4,525	$2,263	2
Heart's Desire	—	—	55987	—	1	$1,837	$306	6
Adventure Cycle & Ski	—	—	55987	—	1	$427	$427	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Winona

30 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF THE DIOCESE OF WINONA-ROCHESTER	PO BOX 379
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS	277 E KING ST
CEDAR VALLEY LUTHERAN CHURCH	27076 CEDAR CHURCH RD
CENTRAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	259 W WABASHA ST
CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	469 ORRIN ST
COMMUNITY BIBLE CHURCH	69 E 3RD ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH	1717 W SERVICE DR
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH	368 W BROADWAY ST
FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF WINONA	161 W BROADWAY ST
GOODVIEW TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	820 37TH AVE
GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	8110 W MAIN ST
GRACE MOUNTAIN CHURCH INC	125 E 3RD ST STE 201
HOPE LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL	312 E BROADWAY ST
ISLAMIC CENTER OF WINONA	PO BOX 1523
LUTHERAN CAMPUS MINISTRY OF WINONA INC	PO BOX 4
MARK 5 19 PROJECT	664 WINONA ST
MUSIC OF MERCY NONPROFIT	677 HARRIET ST
NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH	165 E 3RD ST
NEW LIFE CHINESE CHRISTIAN CENTER	401 E 8TH ST
ONE THING MINISTRIES INC	767 E 5TH ST APT A
PLEASANT VALLEY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF WINONA MINNESOTA	1363 HOMER RD
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH	1664 KRAEMER DR
RIVER BLUFF CHURCH OF WINONA	850 HIGHWAY 14
ST LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH	24799 TROUT ST
ST MARTINS LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL	328 E BROADWAY ST
ST MARYS CHURCH	1303 W BROADWAY ST
ST MATTHEW LUTHERAN CHURCH	766 W WABASHA ST
ST PAULS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	265 LAFAYETTE ST
TRINITY WILSON TWP LUTHERAN	28483 COUNTY RD 12
ZEN GARLAND ORDER	420 W WABASHA ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Winona

What is the population of Winona?

Winona has a population of 25,998 residents and is located in Minnesota. The population density is 1,370 people per square mile, spread across 24.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Winona expensive to live in?

Winona has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $56,163, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $193,500 (31% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Winona safe?

Winona is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 112 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,410 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Winona receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Winona?

Winona has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 19°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 20.

How is the job market in Winona?

The job market in Winona is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $984. There are 835 business establishments in the area, including 80 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 8.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Winona?

The median home value in Winona is $193,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,767. For renters, the median monthly rent is $839. Fair market rent is $868 for a 1-bedroom and $1,066 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.6%. The average annual property tax is $5,357.

How are the schools in Winona?

Schools in Winona score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 34.8% of adults in Winona hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Winona?

The obesity rate in Winona is 38.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.6% of adults are smokers. 24.6% are physically inactive. 26.6% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance. 79.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,840.

What is transportation like in Winona?

The average commute in Winona is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 72.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.5% use public transit, and 8.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Winona?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Winona is 89.2% White, 3.2% Black or African American, 1.2% Hispanic or Latino. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.2% speak Spanish. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 11.6% of residents have a disability. 95.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Goodview, MN 4,104 pop · 2.6 mi Lewiston, MN 1,680 pop · 11.1 mi Trempealeau, WI 1,737 pop · 12.4 mi Galesville, WI 1,740 pop · 15.6 mi Arcadia, WI 3,720 pop · 16.2 mi Rushford, MN 1,790 pop · 17.0 mi Brice Prairie, WI 1,858 pop · 19.6 mi St. Charles, MN 4,021 pop · 20.3 mi Holmen, WI 11,027 pop · 20.7 mi Independence, WI 1,477 pop · 21.7 mi La Crescent, MN 5,266 pop · 23.7 mi French Island, WI 4,235 pop · 24.2 mi Onalaska, WI 18,909 pop · 25.6 mi Plainview, MN 3,501 pop · 26.1 mi

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