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Wheaton, Minnesota, in Traverse county, is 75 miles S of Fargo, North Dakota (center to center) and 167 miles W of Minneapolis, Minnesota. There are an estimated 1,619 people in the city.
In Wheaton, about 56% of adults are married. In Wheaton, lots of people live on their own.
The city has a larger percentage of females than most places. Wheaton has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.
In 2000, Wheaton had a median family income of $41,827. A tendency for its residents to work at home is one of the things that define the lifestyle in Wheaton.
Party contributions tended to flow to the Democratic team.
Approximately 77% of housing in Wheaton is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the city than you'll find in other cities. Tax haters might appreciate the relatively low real estate taxes in Wheaton.
In Wheaton, 82% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. The commute to work is less of a chore in Wheaton than other cities.
Comparing Wheaton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Minnesota (State):
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| Racial Diversity |  |  |
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| People in Middle Class or Better | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
| Walking and Biking to Work | | |
| Working at Home | | |
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| People Living Alone | | |
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| Low Violent Crime | | |
| Low Property Crime | | |
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