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Wadena, MN

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Population
4,341
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,348 ft
Median Home Value
$160,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$684/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$56,080
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
General Quality
Overall rating out of 100

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About Wadena

Located in central Minnesota where Highways 10 and 71 meet, Wadena is a welcoming community of about 4,400 residents that serves as a lively regional hub for the surrounding countryside. It offers the relaxed pace of small-town living alongside the convenience of a bustling commercial district. Downtown maintains a classic Midwestern feel, anchored by local businesses and a massive, 100-panel mural puzzle that showcases centuries of Minnesota history.

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Day-to-day life here revolves around strong neighborhood connections, community events, and favorites like the historic Cozy Theatre. Families are served by the Wadena-Deer Creek school district along with a local Minnesota State Community and Technical College campus. While the town provides solid healthcare and everyday shopping right at home, larger destinations like Detroit Lakes, Brainerd, and St. Cloud are an easy drive away for broader outings and exploring the surrounding lake country.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingSmall Town FitA+99.1rating

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