Mower County, Minnesota Demographics 2026
Mower County, Minnesota has a population of 40,069, the 26th most populous county in Minnesota. The median household income is $71,495 and the median home value is $172,000. The poverty rate is 12.2%.
Mower County Quick Facts
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 60
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Cities & Places in Mower County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin city | 26,167 | $66,488 | 14.8% | $155,100 |
| Grand Meadow city | 954 | $68,750 | 7.5% | $169,100 |
| Brownsdale city | 860 | $76,500 | 9.1% | $137,600 |
| Le Roy city | 790 | $51,250 | 13.4% | $106,400 |
| Adams city | 764 | $85,000 | 5.5% | $160,400 |
| Lyle city | 490 | $59,000 | 20.0% | $105,400 |
| Racine city | 476 | $95,125 | 9.4% | $239,500 |
| Rose Creek city | 453 | $79,583 | 4.6% | $139,800 |
| Dexter city | 359 | $87,083 | 11.7% | $173,300 |
| Waltham city | 185 | $75,833 | 11.3% | $112,500 |
| Mapleview city | 122 | $36,667 | 22.9% | $71,400 |
| Elkton city | 91 | $51,932 | 11.1% | $182,500 |
| Taopi city | 49 | $85,000 | 6.3% | $90,000 |
| Sargeant city | 40 | $57,500 | 12.5% | $120,800 |
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Population Overview
Mower County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 40,069. It is the 26th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 14 Census-designated places.
Age Demographics
The median age in Mower County is 38.9 years. This is about average than the state median of 38.6 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Mower County is $71,495. 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 12.2%. This is 32% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 3.8%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $172,000. Housing costs are 44% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Mower County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 76.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 72.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Mower County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (13.0% vs 6.2%).
Education
23.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% 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 89.7%.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mower County, Minnesota?
Mower County has a population of 40,069, making it the 26th most populous county in Minnesota.
What is the median income in Mower County?
The median household income in Mower County is $71,495 with a poverty rate of 12.2%.
How many cities are in Mower County, Minnesota?
Mower County contains 14 Census-designated places.