Minnesota
Winsted is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 2,023. Residents earn $70,208 per year, which is 7% below the national average.
Based on current data, Winsted receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Winsted offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Winsted is $70,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Winsted is $210,200, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $797 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Winsted is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,308 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.
14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Winsted has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 92.7% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.3% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $70,208 |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,518 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,096 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,945 |
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.1% |
| 91% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,049 |
| County GDP | $2,397M |
| Restaurants | 68 |
| Healthcare | 124 |
| Retail | 133 |
| Manufacturing | 69 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,970 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
| Census Median | $210,200 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $277,356 |
| Median List Price | $228,500 |
| Median List Price | $228,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $164 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 50.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $797 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $809 |
| 1 Bedroom | $899 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,125 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,483 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,698 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,970 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.2% |
| Depression | 25.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.8% |
| Premature Death | 5,843/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
| Total Violent | 43.6/100K |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 43.6/100K |
| Total Property | 1,307.8/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 174.4/100K |
| Theft | 1,089.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 43.6/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 13°F (-10°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 29.8 inches |
| 22% below US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,014 ft (309 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,070/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9582°N, 94.0503°W |
| County FIPS | 27085 |
Winner: Republican by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.3% |
| 58% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,070/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 124 |
| Restaurants | 68 |
| Retail Stores | 133 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 30.0 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |