Elgin Public RecordsMinnesota

Elgin, a city in Wabasha County, Minnesota, had an estimated population of 1,224 in 2020. The median age is approximately 36 years. The gender distribution is nearly balanced, with about 51% male and 49% female residents. Elgin’s racial makeup is primarily White (about 96%), with small percentages of Hispanic or Latino (2%), and other races (2%).

Elgin, a city near Wabasha, MN, offers a mix of homeownership (about 77%) and rentals (23%), with median home values around $220,000 as of 2024, reflecting steady yearly growth of 3-4%. Common housing types include single-family homes and some multi-family units, primarily in quiet residential neighborhoods. Median rent is approximately $1,000/month. Elgin is noted for its affordable property taxes, averaging 1.1% of assessed value, with yearly taxes for median homes near $2,400. The area is popular with families, maintaining a stable and accessible real estate market.

Elgin city, located in Wabasha County, MN, is served primarily by Plainview-Elgin-Millville Schools, with one public elementary and one high school nearby. The high school graduation rate is approximately 95%, while about 25% of residents hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above average, and educational programs include STEM, vocational, and college prep tracks. Adult education options are limited locally but are available in nearby cities. The district’s average test scores are about 10% above the Minnesota state average, reflecting a strong commitment to academic achievement.

Elgin, located in Wabasha County, MN, relies heavily on personal vehicles, with over 90% of households owning at least one car and about 77% of workers commuting alone by car. Public transit options are limited, resulting in negligible public transportation usage. The average commute time for Elgin residents is approximately 25 minutes. Transportation infrastructure primarily includes local roads with access to MN State Highway 42. Major employment hubs are in nearby Rochester and Wabasha, leading to significant outbound commuting for work. Carpooling rates hover around 10%, with few residents walking or biking to work.

Elgin, a small city in Wabasha County, MN, lacks its own hospital but relies on nearby clinics such as Olmsted Medical Center in Plainview (approx. 6 miles away) and Mayo Clinic facilities in Rochester (about 25 miles). Wabasha County’s uninsured rate was 7.4% in 2022. The county’s population is predominantly White (over 95%), with a median age of 44. Common health issues include heart disease, diabetes, and obesity—adult obesity rate: 32%. Access challenges stem from rural location and limited local providers, but telehealth options and regional clinics improve healthcare availability.