Elysian, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elysian, Minnesota had a total population of 676, the 437th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $89,632, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Elysian Quick Facts
How Elysian 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 | 663 | 676 | +2.0% |
| Median household income | $98,571 | $89,632 | -9.1% |
| Median home value | $295,700 | $285,400 | -3.5% |
How Elysian 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+)
Elysian Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Le Sueur County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Le Sueur | 4,215 | $78,711 | 12.8% | $244,000 |
| Montgomery | 3,434 | $79,432 | 5.8% | $234,700 |
| Le Center | 2,513 | $80,673 | 5.0% | $209,600 |
| Waterville | 1,947 | $76,406 | 12.0% | $236,000 |
| Cleveland | 563 | $85,750 | 6.8% | $212,800 |
| Kasota | 554 | $66,625 | 21.6% | $190,800 |
| Heidelberg | 235 | $115,417 | 0.4% | $316,700 |
| Kilkenny | 125 | $48,750 | 12.8% | $158,600 |
Cities Similar to Elysian
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster | 687 | $82,583 | $152,200 | 7.7% | 6.3% |
| Center City | 651 | $96,875 | $362,000 | 24.7% | 4.7% |
| Rollingstone | 620 | $93,000 | $239,400 | 28.5% | 6.7% |
| St. Stephen | 694 | $105,313 | $262,100 | 20.5% | 2.0% |
| Ellendale | 754 | $89,375 | $155,200 | 24.6% | 2.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 676, Elysian'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
Elysian is a small community located in Minnesota, within Le Sueur County. The total population is 676. It ranks as the 437th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elysian is 42.1 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elysian is $89,632. This is about the same as the state median of $89,062. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 38% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $285,400. Housing costs are 13% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 82.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Elysian has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.2%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.
Education
30.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 95.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elysian, 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 Elysian, Minnesota?
Elysian, Minnesota has a population of 676 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elysian, MN?
The median household income in Elysian is $89,632, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elysian, MN?
The poverty rate in Elysian is 5.8%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elysian, Minnesota?
Elysian's population is 97.8% White, 1.2% Black, 0.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elysian, MN?
The median home value in Elysian is $285,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Elysian, Minnesota?
30.7% of adults (25+) in Elysian hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.