It is predicted that seniors will see the most population growth and make up a large portion of the additional housing needed in Willmar and Kandiyohi County by 2030.

WILLMAR — There is an estimated demand for an additional 1,580 housing units in the city of Willmar between 2022 and 2030, according to an updated housing report completed by Viewpoint Consulting .

Aaron Backman, executive director of the Kandiyohi County and City of Willmar Economic Development Commission, presented the report Monday at the Willmar City Council meeting, noting the last housing report was completed in 2015 and “a number of things have transpired since that time.”

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