Lowry, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lowry, Minnesota had a total population of 348, the 580th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $80,000, which is 10% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.
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 2.2x.
Lowry Quick Facts
How Lowry 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 | 337 | 348 | +3.3% |
| Median household income | $56,250 | $80,000 | +42.2% |
| Median home value | $141,800 | $177,100 | +24.9% |
How Lowry 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+)
Lowry Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Pope County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood | 2,633 | $42,188 | 18.4% | $179,400 |
| Starbuck | 1,235 | $72,583 | 10.3% | $168,300 |
| Cyrus | 355 | $57,083 | 12.2% | $105,200 |
| Long Beach | 318 | $92,361 | 5.7% | $367,300 |
| Villard | 236 | $56,000 | 15.7% | $152,400 |
| Farwell | 43 | $59,792 | 14.0% | $126,800 |
| Sedan | 40 | $61,042 | 25.0% | $85,000 |
| Westport | 37 | $84,375 | 8.1% | $108,900 |
Cities Similar to Lowry
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belview | 362 | $74,583 | $93,600 | 11.2% | 20.1% |
| Plummer | 369 | $76,458 | $125,000 | 8.1% | 4.9% |
| Dexter | 350 | $93,750 | $185,900 | 14.5% | 14.9% |
| Murdock | 331 | $73,333 | $103,100 | 15.5% | 9.2% |
| Darwin | 358 | $70,000 | $175,000 | 16.2% | 10.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 348, Lowry'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
Lowry is a small community located in Minnesota, within Pope County. The total population is 348. It ranks as the 580th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lowry is 31.0 years. This is 20% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 28.7% of the population under 18, Lowry has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lowry is $80,000. This is 10% 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 5.6%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Lowry, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $177,100. Housing costs are 46% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Lowry is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 75.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Lowry has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.7%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 6.4%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
18.7% 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 95.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lowry, 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 Lowry, Minnesota?
Lowry, Minnesota has a population of 348 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lowry, MN?
The median household income in Lowry is $80,000, which is about the same as the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lowry, MN?
The poverty rate in Lowry is 5.6%. This means approximately 19 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lowry, Minnesota?
Lowry's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 1.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lowry, MN?
The median home value in Lowry is $177,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Lowry, Minnesota?
18.7% of adults (25+) in Lowry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.