Faribault County, Minnesota Demographics 2026
Faribault County, Minnesota has a population of 13,909, the 59th most populous county in Minnesota. The median household income is $64,391 and the median home value is $120,200. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
Faribault County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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: 40 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Faribault County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Earth city | 3,170 | $59,118 | 13.2% | $125,200 |
| Wells city | 2,317 | $58,663 | 11.1% | $93,200 |
| Winnebago city | 1,247 | $58,438 | 12.4% | $106,500 |
| Minnesota Lake city | 621 | $62,875 | 12.1% | $126,600 |
| Kiester city | 544 | $49,167 | 26.5% | $52,600 |
| Elmore city | 442 | $40,938 | 27.4% | $45,800 |
| Bricelyn city | 385 | $52,500 | 10.5% | $49,500 |
| Frost city | 300 | $75,000 | 13.0% | $71,800 |
| Delavan city | 174 | $69,583 | 14.5% | $71,500 |
| Easton city | 171 | $75,417 | 0.0% | $91,500 |
| Walters city | 82 | $35,781 | 29.3% | $52,500 |
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Population Overview
Faribault County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 13,909. It is the 59th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Faribault County is 44.6 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Faribault County is $64,391. This is 26% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 18% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.8%. This is 28% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 3% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $120,200. Housing costs are 61% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Faribault County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 78.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 72.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Faribault County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.8%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 38.8%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.0%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Faribault County, Minnesota?
Faribault County has a population of 13,909, making it the 59th most populous county in Minnesota.
What is the median income in Faribault County?
The median household income in Faribault County is $64,391 with a poverty rate of 11.8%.
How many cities are in Faribault County, Minnesota?
Faribault County contains 11 Census-designated places.