Nobles County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Name: Nobles County, Minnesota Demographics
Creator: U.S. Census Bureau
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Nobles County, Minnesota has a population of 22,041, the 44th most populous county in Minnesota. The median household income is $66,101 and the median home value is $197,200. The poverty rate is 14.0%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Nobles County Quick Facts

Population 22,041

Median Household Income $66,101

Median Home Value $197,200

Poverty Rate 14.0%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 35.7 years

Homeownership Rate 74.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.0x

Bachelor's Degree+ 17.9%

High School Graduation 79.5%

Cities/Places 12

Population 22,041 44th of 87

Median Income $66,101 26% lower than state

Poverty Rate 14.0%

Unemployment 3.2%

How Nobles County 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	22,067	22,041	-0.1%
Median household income	$65,509	$66,101	+0.9%
Median home value	$179,200	$197,200	+10.0%

Median Household Income

Nobles

$66,101

$89,062

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Nobles

$197,200

$329,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.2%

$25K-$50K 18.1%

$50K-$100K 35.7%

$100K+ 31.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.9%

$10K-$15K

3.4%

$15K-$20K

4.0%

$20K-$25K

2.9%

$25K-$30K

3.7%

$30K-$35K

5.0%

$35K-$40K

2.8%

$40K-$45K

4.0%

$45K-$50K

2.6%

$50K-$60K

9.8%

$60K-$75K

13.5%

$75K-$100K

12.4%

$100K-$125K

10.1%

$125K-$150K

7.2%

$150K-$200K

6.4%

$200K+

7.3%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%

63.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 74.2%

Renter 25.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.0x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $896/mo 16.3% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

29.0%

18-34

20.3%

35-54

22.3%

55-74

20.9%

75+

7.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Cities & Places in Nobles County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Worthington	13,780	$61,797	17.6%	$210,300
Adrian	1,236	$73,438	7.7%	$165,500
Brewster	687	$82,583	6.3%	$152,200
Ellsworth	428	$56,875	6.9%	$86,200
Rushmore	362	$44,375	10.5%	$114,700
Round Lake	333	$71,667	7.0%	$109,900
Bigelow	297	$58,359	11.8%	N/A
Wilmont	280	$60,179	2.5%	$157,500
Lismore	233	$58,603	16.7%	N/A
Leota	169	$83,125	1.2%	$143,800
Dundee	79	$52,500	32.9%	$48,900
Kinbrae	2	N/A	50.0%	N/A

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Population Overview

Nobles County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 22,041. It is the 44th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 12 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nobles County is 35.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 29.0% of the population under 18, Nobles County has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Nobles County is $66,101. This is 26% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 18% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.0%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 20% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $197,200. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 74.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Nobles County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 52.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 34.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (34.4% vs 6.4%).

Education

17.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 55% 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 79.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All figures for Nobles County come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates, with comparisons drawn against Minnesota and national averages from the same dataset. See our methodology page for how each metric is defined, or data.census.gov for official tables with margins of error.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nobles County, Minnesota?

Nobles County has a population of 22,041, making it the 44th most populous county in Minnesota.

What is the median income in Nobles County?

The median household income in Nobles County is $66,101 with a poverty rate of 14.0%.

How many cities are in Nobles County, Minnesota?

Nobles County contains 12 Census-designated places.