Fountain, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Fountain, Minnesota had a total population of 493, the 504th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $78,750, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x.
Fountain Quick Facts
How Fountain 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 | 490 | 493 | +0.6% |
| Median household income | $72,750 | $78,750 | +8.2% |
| Median home value | $177,100 | $185,300 | +4.6% |
How Fountain 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+)
Fountain Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Fillmore County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Valley | 2,307 | $66,339 | 9.3% | $160,800 |
| Rushford | 1,826 | $76,638 | 9.5% | $214,800 |
| Preston | 1,362 | $63,984 | 8.9% | $185,900 |
| Harmony | 1,024 | $68,125 | 8.2% | $170,100 |
| Rushford Village | 809 | $106,719 | 4.8% | $279,500 |
| Lanesboro | 744 | $75,313 | 11.4% | $213,200 |
| Mabel | 730 | $59,392 | 8.5% | $131,400 |
| Canton | 398 | $53,056 | 19.4% | $93,200 |
| Wykoff | 377 | $65,446 | 8.8% | $143,400 |
| Ostrander | 313 | $74,063 | 13.6% | $146,900 |
Cities Similar to Fountain
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ottertail | 490 | $80,500 | $332,900 | 31.4% | 8.6% |
| Kandiyohi | 493 | $73,214 | $161,600 | 18.9% | 5.5% |
| Willernie | 495 | $85,531 | $331,300 | 32.5% | 6.1% |
| Jenkins | 508 | $74,250 | $275,000 | 14.6% | 6.9% |
| Fifty Lakes | 478 | $84,615 | $457,300 | 42.0% | 10.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 493, Fountain'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
Fountain is a small community located in Minnesota, within Fillmore County. The total population is 493. It ranks as the 504th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Fountain is 40.8 years. This is 5% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Fountain is $78,750. This is 12% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 2% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.7%. This is 28% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 7.9%. This is 95% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $185,300. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Fountain is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 89.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Fountain has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 0.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
18.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Fountain, 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 Fountain, Minnesota?
Fountain, Minnesota has a population of 493 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Fountain, MN?
The median household income in Fountain is $78,750, which is 2% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Fountain, MN?
The poverty rate in Fountain is 6.7%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Fountain, Minnesota?
Fountain's population is 93.9% White, 0.0% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Fountain, MN?
The median home value in Fountain is $185,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Fountain, Minnesota?
18.1% of adults (25+) in Fountain hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.