Lyle, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Lyle, Minnesota had a total population of 504, the 496th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $58,269, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Only 7.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x.
Lyle Quick Facts
How Lyle 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 | 504 | +2.9% |
| Median household income | $59,000 | $58,269 | -1.2% |
| Median home value | $105,400 | $111,800 | +6.1% |
How Lyle 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+)
Lyle Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Mower County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | 26,358 | $68,057 | 12.5% | $163,900 |
| Grand Meadow | 1,011 | $72,125 | 4.3% | $188,000 |
| Brownsdale | 850 | $77,614 | 6.4% | $148,600 |
| Le Roy | 803 | $54,485 | 12.9% | $122,800 |
| Adams | 745 | $93,594 | 6.1% | $170,700 |
| Rose Creek | 429 | $81,875 | 7.2% | $150,000 |
| Racine | 416 | $97,788 | 2.2% | $260,000 |
| Dexter | 350 | $93,750 | 14.9% | $185,900 |
| Waltham | 182 | $69,167 | 10.4% | $95,000 |
| Lansing | 152 | $44,063 | 21.5% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Lyle
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Claremont | 502 | $56,625 | $132,800 | 13.7% | 32.5% |
| Nevis | 496 | $60,268 | $182,000 | 22.8% | 7.9% |
| Bertha | 474 | $57,708 | $94,400 | 9.8% | 13.0% |
| Kiester | 494 | $52,727 | $58,800 | 9.7% | 21.5% |
| Halstad | 509 | $66,250 | $128,600 | 22.4% | 4.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 504, Lyle'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
Lyle is a small community located in Minnesota, within Mower County. The total population is 504. It ranks as the 496th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Lyle is 39.9 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Lyle is $58,269. This is 35% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 28% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 14% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $111,800. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.9x, Lyle is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 72.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Lyle is White (non-Hispanic), making up 84.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The Asian population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 5.1%.
Education
7.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 81% 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 96.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Lyle, 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 Lyle, Minnesota?
Lyle, Minnesota has a population of 504 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Lyle, MN?
The median household income in Lyle is $58,269, which is 28% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Lyle, MN?
The poverty rate in Lyle is 11.7%. This means approximately 59 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Lyle, Minnesota?
Lyle's population is 84.3% White, 0.0% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Lyle, MN?
The median home value in Lyle is $111,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.9x.
How educated is Lyle, Minnesota?
7.5% of adults (25+) in Lyle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.