Byron, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Byron, Minnesota Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Byron, Minnesota had a total population of 6,646, the 134th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $124,010, which is 39% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.2%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 39% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Minnesota.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.2% — among the lowest in Minnesota.
48.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Minnesota.

Byron Quick Facts

Population 6,646

Median Household Income $124,010

Median Home Value $345,300

Poverty Rate 4.2%

Unemployment Rate 4.4%

Median Age 36.5 years

Homeownership Rate 83.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 48.2%

High School Graduation Rate 98.1%

Diversity Index 20/100

Population 6,646 134th of 914

Median Income $124,010 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.2% 66% lower than national

Median Home Value $345,300 top 20%

How Byron 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	6,510	6,646	+2.1%
Median household income	$121,681	$124,010	+1.9%
Median home value	$326,400	$345,300	+5.8%

How Byron Compares

Median Household Income

Byron

$124,010

$89,062

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Byron

$345,300

$329,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.3%

$25K-$50K 13.4%

$50K-$100K 18.2%

$100K+ 61.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

1.6%

$15K-$20K

2.2%

$20K-$25K

1.1%

$25K-$30K

3.1%

$30K-$35K

4.0%

$35K-$40K

1.2%

$40K-$45K

1.9%

$45K-$50K

3.1%

$50K-$60K

2.9%

$60K-$75K

6.1%

$75K-$100K

9.1%

$100K-$125K

11.6%

$125K-$150K

13.6%

$150K-$200K

16.0%

$200K+

20.0%

Employment

4.4% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%

74.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 83.2%

Renter 16.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,135/mo 11.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

31.1%

18-34

18.3%

35-54

29.9%

55-74

15.7%

75+

5.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

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+)

Byron Rankings in Minnesota

#134 Population of 914

#63 Median Income of 887

#71 Education of 914

#127 Home Value of 870

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Other Cities in Olmsted County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Rochester	122,330	$89,389	8.5%	$310,500
Stewartville	6,807	$82,632	4.8%	$265,300
Pine Island	3,580	$104,432	4.0%	$350,500
Chatfield	2,559	$96,078	5.3%	$241,600
Eyota	1,944	$82,930	9.1%	$278,200
Oronoco	1,679	$157,500	2.9%	$505,000
Dover	895	$116,250	3.8%	$305,200
Marion	314	N/A	12.7%	$248,800
High Forest	124	$128,750	0.0%	$314,300

Cities Similar to Byron

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Jordan	6,771	$110,057	$336,200	23.9%	5.5%
Delano	6,942	$109,946	$375,200	48.0%	4.0%
Corcoran	7,302	$133,423	$569,400	54.6%	3.5%
Carver	6,239	$147,697	$445,800	65.4%	2.5%
Zimmerman	6,546	$85,645	$323,600	21.2%	11.8%

Population Overview

Byron is a small city located in Minnesota, within Olmsted County. The total population is 6,646. It ranks as the 134th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Byron is 36.5 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 31.1% of the population under 18, Byron has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Byron is $124,010. This is 39% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 54% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.2%. This is 55% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 4.4%. This is 9% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $345,300. Housing costs are 5% higher than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Byron is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Byron has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.8%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.

Education

48.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Byron in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 22% higher 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 98.1%. Notably, 22.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Byron, 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 Byron, Minnesota?

Byron, Minnesota has a population of 6,646 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Byron, MN?

The median household income in Byron is $124,010, which is 54% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Byron, MN?

The poverty rate in Byron is 4.2%. This means approximately 279 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Byron, Minnesota?

Byron's population is 89.0% White, 1.5% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Byron, MN?

The median home value in Byron is $345,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Byron, Minnesota?

48.2% of adults (25+) in Byron hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 22.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.