Hendricks, MN

Hendricks, Minnesota

Hendricks, Minnesota, in Lincoln county, is 66 miles N of Sioux Falls, South Dakota (center to center) and 158 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 725 residents.

The People and Families of Hendricks

In Hendricks, about 50% of adults are married. People in Hendricks have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the city than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Hendricks.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hendricks had a median family income of $37,813.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($200) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Hendricks. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Hendricks Housing

According to the 2000 census, 78% of the housing in Hendricks was owner-occupied. The city presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city. In Hendricks you can own a home without paying sky-high real estate taxes.

Commuting

In Hendricks, 81% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Hendricks let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

Hendricks strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Minnesota):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 2%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 7%
Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of Hendricks, MN

Comparing Hendricks to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Hendricks Almanac

Hendricks Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Hendricks Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

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