La Prairie, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, La Prairie, Minnesota had a total population of 592, the 466th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $69,375, which is 22% 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
La Prairie Quick Facts
How La Prairie 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 | 621 | 592 | -4.7% |
| Median household income | $75,192 | $69,375 | -7.7% |
| Median home value | $202,300 | $212,800 | +5.2% |
How La Prairie 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+)
La Prairie Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Itasca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | 11,207 | $61,029 | 15.5% | $213,800 |
| Cohasset | 2,703 | $92,692 | 6.4% | $330,500 |
| Coleraine | 2,150 | $74,716 | 10.7% | $211,800 |
| Keewatin | 1,215 | $53,643 | 19.2% | $86,800 |
| Nashwauk | 926 | $57,589 | 14.4% | $112,300 |
| Deer River | 889 | $38,824 | 30.6% | $111,200 |
| Marble | 669 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $102,500 |
| Bovey | 646 | $64,083 | 18.7% | $122,800 |
| Taconite | 468 | $84,375 | 3.6% | $219,600 |
| Bigfork | 375 | $29,375 | 38.0% | $118,800 |
Cities Similar to La Prairie
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Lake | 593 | $68,000 | $88,600 | 19.3% | 9.3% |
| Amboy | 602 | $69,844 | $134,400 | 20.3% | 13.8% |
| Brownsville | 609 | $66,750 | $174,100 | 23.2% | 3.9% |
| Lake Park | 600 | $64,028 | $196,500 | 28.3% | 4.6% |
| Wabasso | 603 | $63,750 | $109,600 | 23.8% | 8.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 592, La Prairie'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
La Prairie is a small community located in Minnesota, within Itasca County. The total population is 592. It ranks as the 466th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in La Prairie is 49.8 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 14.5% 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 La Prairie is $69,375. This is 22% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 14% 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 6.6%. This is 64% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $212,800. Housing costs are 35% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 93.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in La Prairie is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%. The Black or African American population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
18.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% 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 98.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for La Prairie, 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 La Prairie, Minnesota?
La Prairie, Minnesota has a population of 592 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in La Prairie, MN?
The median household income in La Prairie is $69,375, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in La Prairie, MN?
The poverty rate in La Prairie is 6.7%. This means approximately 39 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of La Prairie, Minnesota?
La Prairie's population is 84.6% White, 2.0% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in La Prairie, MN?
The median home value in La Prairie is $212,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is La Prairie, Minnesota?
18.6% of adults (25+) in La Prairie hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.