Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 14.2% ▲ 42% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,373 (31.8%) |
| Some College | 408 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 778 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 788 (18.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 947 (21.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,889 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $164,770 ▼ 41% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $635/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,047 |
| Vacant Units | 302 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wilkin County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,535 residents. With a median age of 41.42, it is a middle-aged county.
Wilkin County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $70,889 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Wilkin County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $164,770 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $634. Homeownership rates are high at 79.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wilkin County are primarily White (91.19%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wilkin County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 7 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56520 | Breckenridge | 3,886 | $61,537 | $152,600 | $515 | 6.2% | 38.6% |
| 56522 | Campbell | 540 | $81,250 | $147,300 | $925 | 3.3% | 42.3% |
| 56543 | Foxhome | 224 | $64,643 | $137,500 | — | 3.6% | 30.2% |
| 56553 | Kent | 260 | $64,971 | — | — | 0.0% | 31.5% |
| 56565 | Nashua | 126 | $52,500 | $130,000 | — | 0.0% | 24.5% |
| 56579 | Rothsay | 1,070 | $95,288 | $210,500 | $923 | 0.9% | 44.9% |
| 56594 | Wolverton | 429 | $93,958 | $207,400 | — | 3.2% | 53.3% |