Fairhaven, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fairhaven, Minnesota had a total population of 255, the 642nd largest community in Minnesota, with a median household income of $89,659, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 9.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Fairhaven Quick Facts
How Fairhaven 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 | 279 | 255 | -8.6% |
| Median household income | $92,143 | $89,659 | -2.7% |
| Median home value | $237,100 | $255,600 | +7.8% |
How Fairhaven 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+)
Fairhaven Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Stearns County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud | 70,629 | $61,374 | 20.2% | $225,000 |
| Sartell | 19,758 | $84,131 | 7.4% | $297,300 |
| Waite Park | 8,399 | $59,285 | 21.2% | $219,400 |
| St. Joseph | 7,021 | $74,946 | 19.1% | $237,700 |
| Sauk Centre | 4,621 | $62,628 | 19.5% | $225,700 |
| Cold Spring | 4,249 | $72,228 | 9.8% | $280,400 |
| Melrose | 3,671 | $59,677 | 8.5% | $207,200 |
| St. Augusta | 3,625 | $140,227 | 0.0% | $388,400 |
| Albany | 2,821 | $69,167 | 10.8% | $238,500 |
| Paynesville | 2,519 | $75,250 | 5.6% | $178,200 |
Cities Similar to Fairhaven
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millville | 247 | $94,063 | $159,400 | 16.0% | 3.2% |
| Plato | 242 | $91,250 | $239,700 | 18.0% | 0.0% |
| Cuyuna | 250 | $81,875 | $308,300 | 35.0% | 6.0% |
| Williams | 237 | N/A | N/A | 4.7% | 9.7% |
| Storden | 244 | $83,750 | $81,000 | 17.0% | 18.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 255, Fairhaven'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
Fairhaven is a small community located in Minnesota, within Stearns County. The total population is 255. It ranks as the 642nd most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fairhaven is 44.2 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fairhaven is $89,659. 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 9.4%. This is 1% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $255,600. Housing costs are 22% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Fairhaven is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 99.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Fairhaven 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
15.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 60% 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 92.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fairhaven, 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 Fairhaven, Minnesota?
Fairhaven, Minnesota has a population of 255 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fairhaven, MN?
The median household income in Fairhaven is $89,659, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fairhaven, MN?
The poverty rate in Fairhaven is 9.4%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fairhaven, Minnesota?
Fairhaven's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fairhaven, MN?
The median home value in Fairhaven is $255,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Fairhaven, Minnesota?
15.7% of adults (25+) in Fairhaven hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.