Annandale City Demographics

Annandale, located in Wright County, Minnesota, had a population of approximately 3,350 as of the 2020 Census. The median age is about 39 years, with 22% under 18 and 19% aged 65 or older. The city is 95% White, 1% Black or African American, 1% Asian, and about 3% Hispanic or Latino. Gender distribution is nearly balanced, with 49% male and 51% female residents.

Annandale City Housing

Annandale, Wright County, MN, has a homeownership rate of about 70%, with median home values around $300,000 in 2023, reflecting steady 6% annual growth. Median monthly rent is approximately $1,100. Housing types include single-family homes, lakeside cabins, and some townhomes. Popular neighborhoods are near Pleasant Lake and Southbrook Golf Club. Property tax rates average 1.1% of home value. The market is competitive, with low inventory driving demand and modest price increases.

Education in Annandale City

Annandale, Wright County, MN, features Annandale High School, serving grades 9–12, and part of Annandale Public Schools ISD 876, which includes three main schools (elementary, middle, and high). The high school’s graduation rate averages 96%, with 28% of adults (age 25+) holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district offers AP courses, vocational programs, and special education, with a student–teacher ratio of 17:1. School safety scores are above the state average, and adult education is supported through Wright Technical Center programs. The district reports low instances (under 1%) of in-school incidents per year.

Transportation in Annandale City

Annandale, located in Wright County, MN, relies primarily on private vehicles for transportation, with over 90% of households owning at least one car and less than 1% using public transit due to limited rural transit options. The average one-way commute time is approximately 30 minutes, with most residents driving alone to employment hubs in St. Cloud, Buffalo, and the Twin Cities. Key transportation infrastructure includes State Highway 55 and County Roads 5 and 24. Annandale lacks fixed-route public transportation but is served by Trailblazer Transit’s demand-response service for eligible riders.

Annandale City Healthcare

Annandale, in Wright County, MN (2022 pop. ~3,400), offers healthcare primarily through Allina Health Annandale Clinic and nearby Buffalo Hospital (15 miles east). Wright County's uninsured rate is 4.5%. Access to primary and specialty care is limited in-town; residents often travel for hospital care. The area’s population skews older (22% 65+), with common health issues including diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Providers include family physicians, nurse practitioners, and visiting specialists; nearest urgent care is in Buffalo. Minnesota’s overall insurance coverage exceeds 94%, with major providers including Blue Cross Blue Shield and HealthPartners.

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