Essig, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Essig, Minnesota had a total population of 76, the 826th largest community in Minnesota. The poverty rate is 31.6%.
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 (31.6%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Essig Quick Facts
How Essig 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 | 49 | 76 | +55.1% |
| Median home value | $162,500 | $160,900 | -1.0% |
How Essig 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+)
Essig Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Brown County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Ulm | 14,056 | $64,449 | 9.2% | $204,200 |
| Sleepy Eye | 3,444 | $66,911 | 7.8% | $147,600 |
| Springfield | 2,125 | $59,434 | 11.8% | $122,300 |
| Hanska | 380 | $70,000 | 13.2% | $89,500 |
| Comfrey | 338 | $61,875 | 13.3% | $96,300 |
| Searles | 201 | $80,625 | 1.0% | $191,100 |
| Evan | 89 | $51,250 | 12.4% | $54,000 |
| Cobden | 12 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Essig
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elbow Lake | 76 | $29,583 | N/A | 5.6% | 43.4% |
| Whipholt | 76 | $72,500 | $342,900 | 35.4% | 15.8% |
| Effie | 77 | N/A | N/A | 8.2% | 3.9% |
| Lake Henry | 77 | $105,357 | $154,200 | 3.2% | 3.9% |
| Ebro | 75 | N/A | $75,000 | 5.7% | 30.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 76, Essig'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
Essig is a small community located in Minnesota, within Brown County. The total population is 76. It ranks as the 826th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Essig is 26.0 years. This is 33% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 40.8% of the population under 18, Essig has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 31.6%. This is 240% 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 Essig, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $160,900. Housing costs are 51% lower than the state median of $329,300. 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 Essig 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
36.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% 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 97.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Essig, 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 Essig, Minnesota?
Essig, Minnesota has a population of 76 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Essig, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Essig — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Essig, MN?
The poverty rate in Essig is 31.6%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Essig, Minnesota?
Essig's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Essig, MN?
The median home value in Essig is $160,900.
How educated is Essig, Minnesota?
36.8% of adults (25+) in Essig hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.