Mendota, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Mendota, Minnesota had a total population of 207, the 691st largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $111,250, which is 25% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Mendota Quick Facts
How Mendota 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 | 183 | 207 | +13.1% |
| Median household income | $108,333 | $111,250 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $335,000 | $320,000 | -4.5% |
How Mendota 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+)
Mendota Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Dakota County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeville | 74,354 | $139,041 | 2.9% | $452,500 |
| Eagan | 68,000 | $108,690 | 5.9% | $397,100 |
| Burnsville | 64,463 | $87,024 | 10.8% | $355,200 |
| Apple Valley | 55,679 | $97,673 | 6.0% | $370,400 |
| Inver Grove Heights | 35,906 | $101,316 | 4.9% | $363,400 |
| Rosemount | 27,562 | $129,625 | 3.0% | $424,100 |
| Farmington | 23,902 | $123,673 | 5.1% | $366,200 |
| Hastings | 22,117 | $93,998 | 5.4% | $322,400 |
| West St. Paul | 21,382 | $68,464 | 8.8% | $301,300 |
| Northfield | 20,742 | $84,895 | 8.8% | $329,400 |
Cities Similar to Mendota
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flensburg | 199 | $108,750 | $192,400 | 11.7% | 4.0% |
| South Haven | 214 | $106,250 | $194,600 | 12.2% | 13.1% |
| Kingston | 206 | $100,357 | $221,900 | 6.4% | 2.4% |
| Mahnomen | 195 | N/A | N/A | 7.9% | 61.2% |
| Williams | 237 | N/A | N/A | 4.7% | 9.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 207, Mendota'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
Mendota is a small community located in Minnesota, within Dakota County. The total population is 207. It ranks as the 691st most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mendota is 39.8 years. This is 3% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mendota is $111,250. This is 25% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 38% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 35% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 4.2%. This is 4% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $320,000. Housing costs are 3% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, Mendota is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mendota is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 4.3%. The Black or African American population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 7.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.
Education
41.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 4% higher 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 95.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Mendota, 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 Mendota, Minnesota?
Mendota, Minnesota has a population of 207 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Mendota, MN?
The median household income in Mendota is $111,250, which is 38% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Mendota, MN?
The poverty rate in Mendota is 12.6%. This means approximately 26 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Mendota, Minnesota?
Mendota's population is 82.6% White, 1.9% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.3% Asian.
What is the median home value in Mendota, MN?
The median home value in Mendota is $320,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is Mendota, Minnesota?
41.1% of adults (25+) in Mendota hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.