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Wykoff, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Wykoff is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 356. Residents earn $66,375 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
356 Population 383/sq mi density
$66,375 Median Income $39,792 per capita
$127,800 Home Value $305,314 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 16.5% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$66,375 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,800 home value, $821/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,375
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,800
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,375
Per Capita$39,792
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$877M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,800
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$305,314
Housing Units172
Rent Burden16.5%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.4%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,321 ft (403 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.3%
Libraries7

Is Wykoff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wykoff receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wykoff stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wykoff is $66,375, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wykoff is $127,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Wykoff has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 42.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Wykoff has a population of 356 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

356
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wykoff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Wykoff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wykoff is $66,375, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Wykoff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,375
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,792
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$68,191

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)802
County GDP$877M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare46
Retail89
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,479
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wykoff is $127,800, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $305,314.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,800
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$305,314

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$34
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio63.2%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden16.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,479
1% below US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Wykoff, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep31.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death6,032/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.5/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities46
Wykoff has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall42.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,321 ft (403 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates43.7087°N, 92.2674°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS27045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 76.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.9%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score6.08
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants64
Retail Stores89

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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