Amboy, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Amboy, Minnesota had a total population of 602, the 458th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $69,844, which is 22% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Amboy Quick Facts
How Amboy Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 553 | 602 | +8.9% |
| Median household income | $78,214 | $69,844 | -10.7% |
| Median home value | $125,300 | $134,400 | +7.3% |
How Amboy Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Amboy Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Blue Earth County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mankato | 45,473 | $66,873 | 20.6% | $261,700 |
| North Mankato | 14,211 | $80,791 | 4.5% | $262,100 |
| Eagle Lake | 3,281 | $96,964 | 6.2% | $276,500 |
| Lake Crystal | 2,606 | $83,317 | 7.8% | $204,400 |
| Mapleton | 1,728 | $80,909 | 13.4% | $181,900 |
| Madison Lake | 1,322 | $87,727 | 6.8% | $303,100 |
| St. Clair | 710 | $106,136 | 4.9% | $218,000 |
| Minnesota Lake | 687 | $68,750 | 7.0% | $158,100 |
| Good Thunder | 456 | $81,667 | 7.9% | $178,700 |
| Vernon Center | 329 | $70,000 | 4.3% | $143,300 |
Cities Similar to Amboy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Prairie | 592 | $69,375 | $212,800 | 18.6% | 6.7% |
| Heron Lake | 593 | $68,000 | $88,600 | 19.3% | 9.3% |
| Brownsville | 609 | $66,750 | $174,100 | 23.2% | 3.9% |
| Lake Park | 600 | $64,028 | $196,500 | 28.3% | 4.6% |
| Wabasso | 603 | $63,750 | $109,600 | 23.8% | 8.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 602, Amboy's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Amboy is a small community located in Minnesota, within Blue Earth County. The total population is 602. It ranks as the 458th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Amboy is 42.9 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 14.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Amboy is $69,844. This is 22% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.8%. This is 48% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.8%. This is 91% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $134,400. Housing costs are 59% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Amboy is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 86.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Amboy has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.7% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.5%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 7.0%.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% lower than the state rate of 39.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Amboy, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Amboy, Minnesota?
Amboy, Minnesota has a population of 602 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Amboy, MN?
The median household income in Amboy is $69,844, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Amboy, MN?
The poverty rate in Amboy is 13.8%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Amboy, Minnesota?
Amboy's population is 91.7% White, 2.5% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Amboy, MN?
The median home value in Amboy is $134,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Amboy, Minnesota?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Amboy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.