What are the schools like in Hendricks, MN?

Hendricks is served primarily by HENDRICKS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.4:1.

What is the median household income in Hendricks?

The median household income in Hendricks, MN is $46,875 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in Hendricks, MN?

Hendricks has an average high temperature of 20.4°F in January and 80.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 28.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 47.8 inches.

Hendricks, MN Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hendricks, MN affordable or expensive?

Hendricks's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hendricks is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $69,000 and the median rent is $594 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hendricks, MN?

Hendricks has a violent crime rate of 17.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 70.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hendricks, MN a Good Place to Live?

Hendricks is a small town of 602 in Minnesota, with a median household income of $46,875 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Hendricks stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hendricks is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hendricks city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.5

Hendricks's overall cost of living index is 87.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hendricks costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hendricks, MN	National Avg
Median Home Value	$69,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$594	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	68.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,875	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hendricks's violent crime rate is 17.7 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

17.7 /100k

Property Crime

70.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hendricks is served primarily by HENDRICKS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hendricks, MN	National Avg
School District	HENDRICKS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	18.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hendricks sees average highs of 20.4°F in January and 80.1°F in July, with 28.4 inches of annual precipitation and 47.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hendricks, MN
Average High — January	20.4°F
Average High — July	80.1°F
Annual Precipitation	28.4"
Annual Snowfall	47.8"

Demographics

Metric	Hendricks, MN	National Avg
Population	602	—
Median Age	53.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.8%	22.2%
65 and over	33.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Astoria, SD 7 mi Norfeld Colony, SD 9 mi Ivanhoe, MN 9 mi Toronto, SD 11 mi White, SD 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Hendricks

Hendricks, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code:

56136

Hendricks vs Other Cities

Hendricks, MN vs Astoria, SD Hendricks, MN vs Norfeld Colony, SD Hendricks, MN vs Ivanhoe, MN Hendricks, MN vs Toronto, SD Hendricks, MN vs White, SD

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hendricks, MN affordable or expensive?

Hendricks's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hendricks roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $69,000 and median rent is $594/month.

What is the crime rate in Hendricks, MN?

Hendricks's violent crime rate is 17.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 70.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hendricks?

Public schools in Hendricks are operated by HENDRICKS PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.4:1. 18.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hendricks, MN a good place to live?

Hendricks, MN has a population of 602, a median household income of $46,875, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hendricks?

Hendricks averages 20.4°F in January and 80.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 28.4 inches with about 47.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hendricks?

Hendricks, MN is covered by 1 ZIP code: 56136.

What is the population of Hendricks?

The population of Hendricks, Minnesota is 602 with a median age of 53.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hendricks?

Key numbers for living in Hendricks: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $69,000, median household income $46,875, crime index 4 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hendricks side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.