Median Income $46,944

38% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.5%

18% lower than US avg

Median Rent $435

63% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.3%

13% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.3%

75% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population136

Median Age46.9 yrs

Density389/mi²

Male / Female55% / 45%

Largest GroupWhite 79%

Veterans14.3%

Economy

Median Income$46,944

Per Capita$42,207

Unemployment6.3%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$386M

Commute32 min

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

Rent$435

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units65

Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity36.3%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking14.7%

Depression26.6%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain24.4 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation930 ft (283 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.5%

High School+95.6%

Graduate+3.1%

School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%

Commute32 min

Broadband62.0%

Libraries1

Is Wolverton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolverton is $46,944, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $435 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wolverton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 24.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wolverton has a population of 136 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 14% Hispanic.

Population

136

Total Population

389

People / sq mi

46.9yrs

Median Age

21% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%

Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	86.1%
	10% above US avg
Spanish	13.9%
	4% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wolverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolverton is $46,944, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Wolverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,944
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$42,207
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,077
IRS Avg AGI	$71,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.3%
	75% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	208
County GDP	$386M

Business (County)

Restaurants	7
Healthcare	20
Retail	20
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,733
	7% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	32.1 min
Drive Alone	79.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $435 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$435
	63% below US avg
Rent Burden	29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.1%
Housing Units	65
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,733
	7% above US avg

In Wolverton, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.3%
	13% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	27.7%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	21.1%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	26.6%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	29.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.7%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,198
Dentists	1:3,175
Mental Health	1:371
Checkup Rate	72.1%
Dental Visits	66.2%
Premature Death	9,030/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	56.8%
Healthcare Facilities	20

Wolverton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 8°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

8°F Jan (-14°C) 71°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	41.4°F
	23% below US avg
January Average	8°F (-14°C)
July Average	71°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.4 inches
	36% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	930 ft (283 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density	389/sq mi
Coordinates	46.5630°N, 96.7362°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	27167

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.5%

D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.5%
	18% below US avg
High School+	95.6%
Graduate Degree+	3.1%
School Test Score	6.08

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	389/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	62.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	20
Restaurants	7
Retail Stores	20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	32.1 min
Drive Alone	79.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.4%

Wolverton, MN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Wolverton a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Wolverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Wolverton vs U.S. Average

Income: Wolverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities