Marshall County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Marshall County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 8,961. It is the 73rd most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 12 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Marshall County is 43.2 years. This is 12% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 10.3% 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 Marshall County is $71,701. This is 18% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 9% lower. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 19% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.0%. This is 24% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $153,300. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Marshall County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 85.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Marshall County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.6%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Asian population (0.3%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.

Education

18.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 51% 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 92.8%.