Herman city, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Herman city is a small community located in Minnesota, within Grant County. The total population is 428. It ranks as the 542nd most populous out of 913 cities and towns in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Herman city is 47.0 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. Only 12.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 18.0% 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 Herman city is $72,917. This is 17% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 7% lower. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 4% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 11.1%. This is 183% higher than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $102,100. Housing costs are 67% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Herman city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Herman city has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.7%. The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 6.2%.

Education

17.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 54% 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 94.0%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Herman city, Minnesota is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Minnesota state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 913 Census-designated places in Minnesota. For official data, visit data.census.gov.