Willmar

MN

Kandiyohi County, Minnesota

Population 44K |Median income $76,592 |2 hospitals

Population
44,079
Kandiyohi County
Median Income
$76,592
+13% vs avg
Median Home Value
$243,200
+7% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
44K+4%
Median Income
$76,592+53%
Median Home Value
$243,200+50%
Poverty Rate
9.1%-33%
Unemployment
3.6%-48%

Economics

Median Rent
$909/mo
Poverty Rate
9.1% -36% vs avg
Unemployment 3.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 27.9%
Work From Home 9.1%
Public Transit 0.5%

Population

White 78.5%
African American 5.2%
Asian 1.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40.6%
High Blood Pressure
33.4%
Short Sleep Duration
31.2%
Physical Inactivity
25.4%
Binge Drinking
17.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
14.9%
Current Smoking
14.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.7%
Diabetes
12.3%
Current Asthma
10.1%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 75.8%
Dental Visit 66.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.7%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
CENTRACARE- RICE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
WILLMAR · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Willmar 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 Willmar, MN? ▼
Willmar, MN has a population of 44,079 people, located in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Willmar? ▼
The median household income in Willmar, MN is $76,592 per year. The poverty rate is 9.1%.
What is the median home value in Willmar? ▼
The median home value in Willmar, MN is $243,200. Median rent is $909/month.
What are the top health concerns in Willmar? ▼
The top health indicators in Willmar include Obesity (40.6%), High Blood Pressure (33.4%), Short Sleep Duration (31.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Willmar? ▼
Willmar has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Willmar? ▼
The median age in Willmar, MN is 40 years. 27.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Willmar, MN is located in Kandiyohi County, Minnesota. With a population of 44K and a median household income of $76,592, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Willmar 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 (Kandiyohi 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.