Donaldson, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Donaldson, Minnesota had a total population of 5, the 912th largest city in Minnesota. The poverty rate is 40.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (40.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Donaldson Quick Facts
How Donaldson 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 | 4 | 5 | +25.0% |
How Donaldson Compares
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
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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+)
Donaldson Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Kittson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hallock | 829 | $68,854 | 12.2% | $140,000 |
| Karlstad | 622 | $64,000 | 11.9% | $126,300 |
| Lancaster | 315 | $64,306 | 4.8% | $107,300 |
| Lake Bronson | 190 | $49,375 | 14.8% | $44,100 |
| Kennedy | 170 | $39,688 | 0.0% | $50,700 |
| St. Vincent | 45 | $58,750 | 0.0% | $105,000 |
| Humboldt | 44 | N/A | 43.2% | $207,800 |
| Halma | 36 | $70,313 | 8.6% | $67,500 |
Cities Similar to Donaldson
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boy River | 6 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| The Ranch | 3 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 33.3% |
| Pine Bend | 11 | $37,917 | N/A | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| Cobden | 12 | N/A | N/A | 11.1% | 0.0% |
| Doran | 12 | N/A | N/A | 10.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 5, Donaldson'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
Donaldson is a small community located in Minnesota, within Kittson County. The total population is 5. It ranks as the 912th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Donaldson is 75.5 years. This is 95% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 60.0% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 40.0%. This is 330% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Donaldson, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Donaldson was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Donaldson, 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 Donaldson, Minnesota?
Donaldson, Minnesota has a population of 5 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Donaldson, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Donaldson — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Donaldson, MN?
The poverty rate in Donaldson is 40.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Donaldson, Minnesota?
Donaldson's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Donaldson, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Donaldson — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Donaldson, Minnesota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Donaldson hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.