Menahga, Minnesota is a small city located in Wadena County. With a wide variety of outdoor activities available year round, Menahga offers its residents many opportunities to explore nature. The cost of living in Menahga is lower than the US average; for example, the average rent for two bedroom apartments is $960 compared to the US average of $1,430. In addition, grocery costs are also lower in Menahga with an index of 95 compared to 100 in the US. Menahga has many local businesses that help give the town a unique sense of community. Some popular local companies include Menahga Health and Wellness Center and Whistle Stop Cafe. According to the 2018 census, there are 1,213 people living in Menahga with 52% female and 48% male. The median age is 44 years old with 90% white population and 8% Native American population. When compared to the United States overall population demographics including age range and ethnicity, Menahga's population differs significantly as shown by U.S Census Bureau data.
Menahga has an unemployment rate of 6.9%. The US average is 6.0%.
Menahga has seen the job market decrease by -1.2% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 4.3%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.
Tax Rates for Menahga
- The Sales Tax Rate for Menahga is 7.4%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Menahga is 7.1%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.
Income and Salaries for Menahga
- The average income of a Menahga resident is $17,693 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Menahga resident is $43,571 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.