Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association

Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association offers energy efficiency programs, time-saving payment methods (online, over the phone or in person) and renewable energy alternatives. For nearly 70 years, Wright-Hennepin Cooperative Electric Association has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for its members. Wright Hennepin serves about 40,000 homes and businesses in Wright County and western Hennepin County.

Population

Total Population

292,559

Population
Growth Rate

1.03%

Median Age

39

Diversity Index

35.000

Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31

Housing & Income

Households

105,677

Total Housing Units

112,729


Owner Occupied

88,671

Renter Occupied

17,006

Vacant

7,052

Median Home Value

$466,880


Average Home Value

$538,158

Income
Growth Rate

Median
Household Income

0.00%


Per Capita Income

2.38%

Income Projection

Median Household

$127,463 $145,078


Average Household

$169,606 $188,930


Per Capita

$61,479 $69,148

Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31

Workforce

Total Businesses

7,948

Total Employed

91,621

Workers 16+

141,920

2026 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

956

Employed

12,047

2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

719

Employed

11,320

2026 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

421

Employed

10,165

2026 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

460

Employed

7,933

2026 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

224

Employed

7,590

2026 Construction Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

975

Employed

7,423

Some
High School

5,391

Graduated
High School

34,022

Associates
Degree

23,842

Bachelor's
Degree

62,281

Graduate
Degree

30,860

Average Commute Time

0 min.



Resident Commuters

92,943

Non-Resident Commuters

48,538

Drive Alone

98,772

Carpooled

9,047

Public

572

Work At Home

30,661

Source: ESRI, 2026-08-31