Median Income $85,197

13% higher than US avg

Home Value $156,700

44% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.5%

4% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.5%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.7%

31% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.9%

4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population553

Median Age33.9 yrs

Density643/mi²

Male / Female42% / 58%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$85,197

Per Capita$38,168

Unemployment4.7%

Poverty12.9%

County GDP$1,784M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$156,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$187,127

Housing Units260

Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity36.5%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking12.8%

Depression22.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F (6°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain24.0 in/yr

Sunny Days276/yr

Elevation1,060 ft (323 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.5%

High School+94.8%

Graduate+3.4%

School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute28 min

Broadband86.8%

Libraries2

Is Wyndmere a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wyndmere receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Wyndmere stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wyndmere is $85,197, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wyndmere is $156,700, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Wyndmere has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 9°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 24.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Wyndmere has a population of 553 with a density of 643 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

553

Total Population

643

People / sq mi

33.9yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

0.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%

Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Wyndmere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	92.9%
	18% above US avg
Spanish	7.1%
	47% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wyndmere vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wyndmere is $85,197, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Wyndmere vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$85,197
	13% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$38,168
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,227
IRS Avg AGI	$82,176

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.7%
	31% above US avg
Poverty Rate	12.9%
	4% above US avg
Establishments (County)	191
County GDP	$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants	12
Healthcare	9
Retail	14
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,433
	2% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.1 min
Drive Alone	61.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Wyndmere is $156,700, 44% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,127.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$156,700
	44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$187,127

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$769
1 Bedroom	$795
2 Bedrooms	$965
3 Bedrooms	$1,297
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.7%
Housing Units	260
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,433
	2% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.19%

In Wyndmere, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.5%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	29.7%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.8%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	23.6%
Physical Inactivity	21.6%
Depression	22.0%
Mental Distress	14.6%
Physical Distress	10.9%
Short Sleep	33.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.2%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	72.3%
Dental Visits	65.9%
Premature Death	8,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.9/10
Exercise Access	65.4%
Healthcare Facilities	9

Wyndmere has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 9°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 24.0 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

9°F Jan (-13°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	42.3°F
	22% below US avg
January Average	9°F (-13°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	24.0 inches
	37% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,060 ft (323 m)
Area	0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density	643/sq mi
Coordinates	46.2641°N, 97.1312°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	38081

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 32.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.7-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%

D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.5%
	4% below US avg
High School+	94.8%
Graduate Degree+	3.4%
School Test Score	5.74

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	643/sq mi
Total Area	0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.8%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	9
Restaurants	12
Retail Stores	14

Safety & Disasters

FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.1 min
Drive Alone	61.8%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	19.7%

Wyndmere, ND

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Wyndmere a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Wyndmere vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Wyndmere vs U.S. Average

Income: Wyndmere 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: Wyndmere 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

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