Verndale, MN

Verndale, Minnesota

Verndale, Minnesota, in Wadena county, is 71 miles NW of St. Cloud, Minnesota (center to center) and 129 miles NW of Minneapolis, Minnesota. The city is home to some 575 residents.

The People and Families of Verndale

In Verndale, about 57% of adults are married. Got kids? Want 'em? You might feel you need them to fit in properly in this city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Verndale had a median family income of $30,938.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($50) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Verndale. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Verndale Housing

According to the 2000 census, 72% of the housing in Verndale was owner-occupied. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in the city.

Commuting

In Verndale, 91% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Rents (vs. Peers)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Verndale, MN

Comparing Verndale 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
Children Under 5 Years Old
Senior Citizens
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men

Families

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

Wealth

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

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Verndale Almanac

Verndale Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Verndale Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Verndale residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Verndale, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Verndale High Schools (2004)

VERNDALE SEC.
411 S.W. BROWN ST.
218-445-5184
A Title I school.
Serves 229 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.9

Verndale Colleges

(List of All Minnesota Colleges)

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