Wabasha County

As of the 2020 census, Wabasha County, MN, had a population of 21,387. The racial composition was predominantly White at 94.5%, with smaller percentages of other races: African American 0.9%, Native American 0.3%, Asian 1.0%, and those identifying as two or more races at 2.6%. Hispanic or Latino residents comprised 2.3% of the population. The median age was approximately 45.2 years, and the county had a median household income of $62,143, with about 8.2% of the population living below the poverty line.

As of the latest available data, Wabasha County, MN, has a median home value of approximately $200,000. The homeownership rate stands around 79%, with a median household income of $63,000. The average property tax is roughly $2,400 annually. Housing units include a mix of single-family homes and rental properties, with a vacancy rate of about 10%. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment is approximately $800 per month.

Wabasha County, Minnesota, typically holds elections for various offices, including federal, statewide, and local positions. In the most recent election cycles:

1. 2020 Presidential Election:

   • Donald Trump (R): 7,895 votes (62.3%)
   • Joe Biden (D): 4,671 votes (36.8%)

2. 2022 Midterm Elections (Representative District 2):

   • Brad Finstad (R): Wabasha County results contributed to his statewide win.

3. County Commissioners Positions:

   • District-specific candidates. Example (2022):
     • District 1: Mary Schneider (winner)
     • District 2: Richard Hall (winner)

For detailed and specific candidate lists and numerical results per election, visit the Wabasha County official website or the Minnesota Secretary of State’s election results page.

As of the latest data, Wabasha County, MN has a high school graduation rate of approximately 94%, which is higher than both the Minnesota state average of around 92% and the national average of about 88%. About 24% of residents in Wabasha County hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is slightly below the Minnesota state average of approximately 35% and the national average of around 33%. The county's education metrics show strong performance at the high school level but indicate room for growth in higher education attainment compared to state and national figures.

As of recent data, Wabasha County, MN, has a workforce participation rate of approximately 65%, with an unemployment rate around 3.6%, slightly below the national average of 3.8% and Minnesota's average of 3.5%. Key industries in Wabasha County include manufacturing, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and educational services. Manufacturing employs about 20% of the workforce, which is significantly higher than the national average of 8.5% and the state average of 10%. Healthcare and social assistance employ roughly 15%, aligning closely with both state (16%) and national (14.7%) trends. Retail trade accounts for around 12%, similar to the national (11%) and state averages (12%). Educational services make up about 8% of employment, which is also in line with state (9%) and national (8%) figures. The local economy benefits from a blend of both high-skilled manufacturing jobs and essential services.

Based on the latest data from the U.S. Census Bureau, the per capita income in Wabasha County, MN is approximately $32,000. The median household income is around $65,000.

For comparison:

• The per capita income in Minnesota is about $39,000.
• The median household income in Minnesota is approximately $71,000.
• The per capita income in the United States is roughly $35,000.
• The median household income in the United States is about $68,700.

Wabasha County's income levels are below both state and national averages, indicating a potentially lower cost of living or different economic opportunities compared to broader regions.

As of the most recent data, Wabasha County, Minnesota, has relatively low crime rates compared to national averages. Key crime statistics include a violent crime rate of approximately 1.2 incidents per 1,000 residents, and a property crime rate of about 7.3 incidents per 1,000 residents. Detailed figures for various types of crimes are outlined below.

These values suggest that while property crimes are more prevalent, violent crimes remain quite low, making Wabasha County a relatively safe area to reside in.