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Winton, MN

Minnesota

Winton is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 104. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
104 Population 867/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $36,135 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
39°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$36,135
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$565M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units71
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking13.6%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F (4°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,386 ft (422 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 51%
Commute9 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries2

Is Winton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winton 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. Winton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winton is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winton is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Winton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Winton has a population of 104 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 7.7% Hispanic.

Population

104
Total Population
867
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%
Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Winton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winton is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Winton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,135
Avg Weekly Wage$1,047
IRS Avg AGI$69,182

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)378
County GDP$565M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare32
Retail53
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,145
18% above US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time8.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winton is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.4%
Housing Units71
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,145
18% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Winton, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.3%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death4,750/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access80.3%
Healthcare Facilities32
Winton has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 6°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

6°F Jan (-14°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average38.6°F
29% below US avg
January Average6°F (-14°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,386 ft (422 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density867/sq mi
Coordinates47.9292°N, 91.8013°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.9-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.1%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density867/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants71
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute8.9 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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