Wrenshall, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Wrenshall is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 413. Residents earn $97,798 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
413 Population 277/sq mi density
$97,798 Median Income $40,059 per capita
$232,000 Home Value $314,488 Zillow
$971 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,798 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$232,000 home value, $971/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,798
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $232,000
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $971
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population413
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,798
Per Capita$40,059
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$1,907M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$232,000
Rent$971
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$314,488
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+92.2%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 48%
Commute25 min
Broadband92.7%
Libraries3

Is Wrenshall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wrenshall receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Wrenshall stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wrenshall is $97,798, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wrenshall is $232,000, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $971 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wrenshall has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wrenshall has a population of 413 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 8% Hispanic.

Population

413
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Wrenshall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wrenshall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wrenshall is $97,798, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Wrenshall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,798
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,059
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$67,169

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)816
County GDP$1,907M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare102
Retail99
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Wrenshall is $232,000, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $971 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $314,488.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,000
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$314,488

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$971
17% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,404
26% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In Wrenshall, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate70.7%
Premature Death7,923/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities102
Wrenshall has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.7°F
25% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,041 ft (317 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates46.6217°N, 92.3841°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27017
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 2.6-point margin. 92.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 50.3%
D 47.7%

Winner: Republican by 2.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities102
Restaurants54
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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