Wahkon, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Wahkon, Minnesota had a total population of 258, the 638th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $51,750, which is 42% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 42% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Wahkon Quick Facts
How Wahkon Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 249 | 258 | +3.6% |
| Median household income | $52,656 | $51,750 | -1.7% |
| Median home value | $197,500 | $235,700 | +19.3% |
How Wahkon Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Wahkon Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Mille Lacs County
Cities Similar to Wahkon
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finland | 257 | $53,500 | $181,700 | 13.7% | 19.8% |
| Ogema | 257 | $55,250 | $73,000 | 9.5% | 38.1% |
| Riverland | 239 | $51,250 | N/A | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| Williams | 237 | N/A | N/A | 4.7% | 9.7% |
| Eitzen | 281 | $53,438 | $116,800 | 22.3% | 4.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 258, Wahkon's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Wahkon is a small community located in Minnesota, within Mille Lacs County. The total population is 258. It ranks as the 638th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Wahkon is 53.5 years. This is 38% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Wahkon is $51,750. This is 42% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 36% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.4%. This is 22% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.4%. This is 82% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $235,700. Housing costs are 28% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x. 79.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Wahkon is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.5%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
13.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Wahkon, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Wahkon, Minnesota?
Wahkon, Minnesota has a population of 258 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Wahkon, MN?
The median household income in Wahkon is $51,750, which is 36% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Wahkon, MN?
The poverty rate in Wahkon is 11.4%. This means approximately 29 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Wahkon, Minnesota?
Wahkon's population is 83.7% White, 0.0% Black, 8.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Wahkon, MN?
The median home value in Wahkon is $235,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.6x.
How educated is Wahkon, Minnesota?
13.8% of adults (25+) in Wahkon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.