Menahga Public RecordsMinnesota

Menahga, in Wadena County, MN, is primarily served by Tri-County Health Care Clinic, offering family medicine and basic services; the nearest hospital is Astera Health in Wadena (16 miles away, 25 beds). About 95% of Wadena County residents have health insurance (2021 Census data), with public plans prevalent among seniors. The area’s patient demographics skew older, with 27% aged 65+. Common health issues include diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Healthcare access is challenged by transportation barriers and provider shortages; the county has approximately 5.2 primary care physicians per 10,000 residents, below the state average.

Menahga, in Wadena County, MN, features a homeownership rate of about 76%, with median home values around $160,000 as of 2024. Rental options are limited, with median rents near $800 per month. The city’s housing stock is primarily single-family homes, some historic and others newer builds. Property values have increased approximately 6% year-over-year. Neighborhoods are quiet and residential, with proximity to parks and lakes. Property taxes average 1.1% of home value, with annual taxes on a median-priced home about $1,760. Rental vacancy rates are low, reflecting steady housing demand in Menahga.

Menahga city, located in Wadena County, Minnesota, has a 2020 population of approximately 1,219 residents. The median age is around 47 years, indicating an older population. Females make up about 53% of the population, while males comprise 47%. Racially, the city is predominantly White at 92%, with Native Americans representing 5%, and other races, including African American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino, accounting for roughly 3% collectively.

Menahga, located in Wadena County, MN, is served by Menahga Public School District, including Menahga High School (grades 7-12) and an elementary school, totaling 2 main schools. High school graduation rates reach approximately 95%, though only about 12% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The schools offer career tech programs and some dual-credit courses. School safety scores are above state average, with minimal incidents reported annually. Adult education opportunities are limited locally but accessible in nearby towns. Overall, Menahga schools emphasize small class sizes and personalized attention for students.

Transportation in Menahga, Wadena County, MN, is primarily car-dependent: over 85% of commuters drive alone, with public transit use under 1% (U.S. Census ACS 2022). Average commute times are short, around 21 minutes. Most households (94%) own at least one vehicle. There is no fixed-route public transit within Menahga; intercity bus service is available in nearby Wadena. Key transportation infrastructure includes State Highway 71, connecting to regional centers. Major employment hubs are within Menahga itself—primarily in healthcare, education, and local services—or in Wadena (15 miles away), with some residents commuting regionally.