Winthrop, MN

Minnesota

Winthrop is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,275. Residents earn $67,375 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,275 Population 996/sq mi density
$67,375 Median Income $35,906 per capita
$157,400 Home Value $221,905 Zillow
$732 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,375 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,400 home value, $732/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,375
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,400
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,275
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density996/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,375
Per Capita$35,906
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$722M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,400
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$221,905

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation1,007 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+94.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Winthrop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winthrop receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Winthrop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winthrop is $67,375, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winthrop is $157,400, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Winthrop has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Winthrop has a population of 1,275 with a density of 996 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.5%), with 2% Black.

Population

1,275
Total Population
996
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winthrop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winthrop is $67,375, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Winthrop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,375
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,906
Avg Weekly Wage$1,016
IRS Avg AGI$72,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$722M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare28
Retail45
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Work from Home4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winthrop is $157,400, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $221,905.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,400
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$221,905

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,569
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Winthrop, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death6,589/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities28

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Winthrop has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density996/sq mi
Coordinates44.5423°N, 94.3600°W
County FIPS27143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 43 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density996/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants21
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Work from Home4.9%

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