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Wright, MN

Minnesota

Wright is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 121. Residents earn $69,750 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
121 Population 83/sq mi density
$69,750 Median Income $46,112 per capita
$123,800 Home Value $236,501 Zillow
$630 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 253 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$69,750 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,800 home value, $630/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,750
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,800
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $630
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population121
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female55% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$69,750
Per Capita$46,112
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$674M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,800
Rent$630
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$236,501
Housing Units48
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.8%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+18.8%
School Score6.92

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute34 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries2

Is Wright a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wright receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Wright offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wright is $69,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wright is $123,800, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $630 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.9/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wright has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°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 41.

Wright has a population of 121 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 7.4% Hispanic.

Population

121
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.5%
Female 45.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wright vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wright vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wright is $69,750, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Wright vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,750
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,112
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$674M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare39
Retail65
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Cost of Living98.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wright is $123,800, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $630 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $236,501.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,800
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$236,501

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$630
46% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,242
1 Bedroom$1,405
2 Bedrooms$1,709
3 Bedrooms$2,262
4 Bedrooms$2,531

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,500
0% below US avg
Effective Rate2.83%
In Wright, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,135
Dentists1:3,225
Mental Health1:1,073
Checkup Rate70.6%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities39
Wright has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area enjoys 253 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average40.5°F
25% below US avg
January Average9°F (-13°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood
Good Days %75.7%
Unhealthy Days3

Geography

Elevation1,306 ft (398 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates46.6725°N, 93.0069°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.9-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33.8%

Winner: Republican by 30.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+18.8%
School Test Score6.92
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities39
Restaurants55
Retail Stores65

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.8 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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