Red Wing

MN

Goodhue County, Minnesota

Population 48K |Median income $84,171 |2 hospitals

Population
47,943
Goodhue County
Median Income
$84,171
+24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$285,100
+25% vs avg
Median Age
42.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
48K+4%
Median Income
$84,171+48%
Median Home Value
$285,100+57%
Poverty Rate
9.3%-6%
Unemployment
3.6%-43%

Economics

Median Rent
$966/mo
Poverty Rate
9.3% -35% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.9%
Work From Home 10.7%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 89.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 4%
African American 1.6%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36%
High Blood Pressure
34.4%
Short Sleep Duration
31.8%
Physical Inactivity
25.3%
Binge Drinking
18.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.3%
Current Smoking
14.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.6%
Diabetes
10.9%
Current Asthma
10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 74.8%
Dental Visit 68.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.7%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM IN RED WING
RED WING · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Red Wing Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Red Wing, MN? ▼
Red Wing, MN has a population of 47,943 people, located in Goodhue County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Red Wing? ▼
The median household income in Red Wing, MN is $84,171 per year. The poverty rate is 9.3%.
What is the median home value in Red Wing? ▼
The median home value in Red Wing, MN is $285,100. Median rent is $966/month.
What are the top health concerns in Red Wing? ▼
The top health indicators in Red Wing include Obesity (36%), High Blood Pressure (34.4%), Short Sleep Duration (31.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Red Wing? ▼
Red Wing has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Red Wing? ▼
The median age in Red Wing, MN is 42.5 years. 27.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Red Wing, MN is located in Goodhue County, Minnesota. With a population of 48K and a median household income of $84,171, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Red Wing area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Goodhue County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.