Wanda, MN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
79 332.4M (US)
Median Age
58.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$80,893 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$202,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$650 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$472 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Redwood County
2
Minnesota
3
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Redwood County
3
Minnesota
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 14
Feb 1 6 19
Mar 2 8 31
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 2 0 48
Nov 2 7 32
Dec 1 9 18

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 8%

Schools

Red Rock Central Elementary
6 miles, SW 3.7 star
Red Rock Central Secondary
6 miles, SW 4.6 star
St Anne School
7 miles, N
Wabasso Elementary
7 miles, N 3.7 star

Colleges

Southwest Minnesota State University
29 miles, NW 2.3 star
Martin Luther College
37 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Carris Health-Redwood, Llc
16 miles, NE 4.1 star
Sanford Tracy
20 miles, W

Airports

Joe Foss Field
91 miles, W 1.4 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
102 miles, NE 1 star
Rochester International Airport
138 miles, SE 1 star