Waseca County

As of the latest available data, Waseca County, Minnesota has a population of approximately 18,612. The racial composition is predominantly White at around 94.6%, with smaller percentages of Black or African American (2.2%), Asian (0.7%), and Native American (0.3%). Hispanic or Latino individuals make up about 4.6% of the population. The median household income is around $58,278, and the poverty rate is approximately 8.9%. The county has a median age of 41.2 years.

As of the latest data, Waseca County, MN has an estimated median home value of around $165,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is approximately $650 per month. The homeownership rate stands at approximately 75%, and the median household income is roughly $57,000. Housing consists of a mix of single-family homes, apartments, and rural properties. Additionally, the county has a relatively low vacancy rate, reflecting steady demand for housing.

Waseca County, MN, conducts elections for various local, state, and federal positions. The County Auditor-Treasurer's Office administers elections. Key election years include 2020 and 2022.

For the 2022 elections, notable races included the Waseca County Commissioner seats and various city council positions. Voter turnout typically ranges around 70-80% in presidential elections and 50-60% in midterms.

2022 County Commissioner candidates included:

1. District 1: Duane Malterer and Mark Christopherson
2. District 3: Blaine M. Gehring
3. District 5: Nathan H. Rushe and Jim Peterson

City council candidates vary by precinct and often feature both incumbents and newcomers. State legislative seats could also be on the ballot, such as State Senate District 23 and House District 23A candidates.

For detailed and up-to-date information, Waseca County residents should refer to the official website or contact the County Auditor-Treasurer's Office.

As of the most recent data, Waseca County, Minnesota has a high school graduation rate of approximately 92%, which is on par with the national average of around 91% and slightly lower than the state average of Minnesota at 94%. About 21% of Waseca County residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, compared to the national average of 33% and the Minnesota state average of 36%. Thus, while high school graduation rates in Waseca County are comparable to broader averages, the county lags behind both national and state averages in higher education attainment.

As of the latest data, Waseca County, MN, hosts a labor force of approximately 9,000 residents. The unemployment rate hovers around 3.0%, slightly lower than both the state average (3.5%) and the national average (3.7%). Major industries in Waseca include manufacturing, agriculture, healthcare, and retail.

Manufacturing accounts for around 25% of local employment, notably higher than the national average of approximately 8.5% and Minnesota’s average of 11%. Agriculture also plays a significant role, engaging roughly 15% of the workforce, compared to the national average of 1.3% and the state average of 1.1%. Healthcare and social assistance employ about 13% of the workforce, in line with national (13.5%) and state averages (14%). Retail trade constitutes 12%, close to the national (10%) and state (11%) levels.

These figures illustrate Waseca County's strong reliance on manufacturing and agriculture compared to broader state and national trends.

As of the most recent data, Waseca County, MN has a median household income of approximately $61,000. Comparatively, the median household income in Minnesota is around $74,593, while the national median is about $68,700.

Income Comparison Table

Waseca County's median household income is lower than both the state and national averages. This suggests economic variances influenced by local industries, employment opportunities, and cost of living.

As of the latest available data, Waseca County in Minnesota has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The county's crime rates for various types of offenses in 2022 are as follows:

These numbers reflect data from local law enforcement agencies and the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting