Genola, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Genola, Minnesota had a total population of 81, the 820th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $81,172, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.1%.
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 2.3x.
- Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.
Genola Quick Facts
How Genola 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 | 64 | 81 | +26.6% |
| Median household income | $90,833 | $81,172 | -10.6% |
| Median home value | $184,600 | $185,400 | +0.4% |
How Genola 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+)
Genola Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Morrison County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Falls | 9,121 | $47,863 | 18.7% | $202,600 |
| Pierz | 1,424 | $52,500 | 10.0% | $170,600 |
| Randall | 695 | $55,859 | 11.9% | $176,700 |
| Motley | 608 | $47,222 | 11.7% | $152,800 |
| Upsala | 417 | $52,625 | 7.7% | $147,500 |
| Buckman | 339 | $102,188 | 6.2% | $218,400 |
| Bowlus | 278 | $77,708 | 7.9% | $158,500 |
| Swanville | 274 | $61,250 | 12.5% | $148,800 |
| Flensburg | 199 | $108,750 | 4.0% | $192,400 |
| Sobieski | 192 | $76,250 | 5.7% | $190,600 |
Cities Similar to Genola
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Effie | 77 | N/A | N/A | 8.2% | 3.9% |
| Vining | 86 | N/A | $125,000 | 6.1% | 7.0% |
| Essig | 76 | N/A | $160,900 | 36.8% | 31.6% |
| Ebro | 75 | N/A | $75,000 | 5.7% | 30.4% |
| New Trier | 78 | $73,750 | $275,000 | 18.5% | 25.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 81, Genola'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
Genola is a small community located in Minnesota, within Morrison County. The total population is 81. It ranks as the 820th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Genola is 51.4 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. Only 11.1% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Genola is $81,172. This is 9% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also about the same as the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.1%. This is 73% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 134% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $185,400. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Genola is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 61.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% lower than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Genola 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
27.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 30% 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 96.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Genola, 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 Genola, Minnesota?
Genola, Minnesota has a population of 81 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Genola, MN?
The median household income in Genola is $81,172, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Genola, MN?
The poverty rate in Genola is 16.1%. This means approximately 13 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Genola, Minnesota?
Genola's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Genola, MN?
The median home value in Genola is $185,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Genola, Minnesota?
27.7% of adults (25+) in Genola hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.