Living in Waseca County, Minnesota

Waseca County is a county in Minnesota with a population of around 18,989. The main communities are Waseca, Janesville, New Richland.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $669/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $243K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings freezing winters (highs around 27°F) and warm summers (highs around 78°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Waseca County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.