Murray County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Murray County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 8,119. It is the 75th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 9 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Murray County is 46.6 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.6 years. 11.6% 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 Murray County is $74,475. This is 15% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.1%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 33% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $179,400. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Murray County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 72.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Murray County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.9%. The Black or African American population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 6.7%. The Asian population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 5.0%.

Education

23.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% 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 90.9%.