Wabasha County, Minnesota is located in the southeastern corner of the state, along the Mississippi River. The county has a population of 21,541 people, with a median age of 44.7 years. The median household income is $49,566, and the poverty rate is 11.3%.
The economy of Wabasha County is largely driven by agriculture and manufacturing. Agriculture is the largest sector, with over one-third of the county’s workforce employed in farming, forestry, and related industries. Manufacturing is the second largest sector, with over one-fifth of the workforce employed in the production of food, paper, and other products. Other major industries include retail, health care, and tourism.
Demographically, Wabasha County is predominantly white, with a population that is 89.7% white and 5.2% African American. The Hispanic population is 3.2%, and the Asian population is 1.6%. The county has a higher-than-average percentage of people over the age of 65, at 16.3%.
Education in Wabasha County is provided by the Wabasha-Kellogg School District. The district serves over 1,700 students in grades K-12. The district has a graduation rate of 92%, and the average ACT score is 20.7. The district also offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and art.
Real estate in Wabasha County is relatively affordable. The median home value is $144,100, and the median rent is $819. The average home size is 1,922 square feet, and the average lot size is 0.43 acres. The county has a variety of housing options, from single-family homes to multi-family dwellings. The area also has a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, hunting, and boating.