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Nobles County, Minnesota Demographics 2026

Nobles County, Minnesota has a population of 22,067, the 44th most populous county in Minnesota. The median household income is $65,509 and the median home value is $179,200. The poverty rate is 12.6%.

Nobles County Quick Facts

Population 22,067
Median Household Income $65,509
Median Home Value $179,200
Poverty Rate 12.6%
Unemployment Rate 2.6%
Median Age 36.3 years
Homeownership Rate 71.9%
Affordability Ratio 2.7x
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.7%
High School Graduation 77.8%
Cities/Places 11
Population 22,067 44th of 87
Median Income $65,509 25% lower state
Poverty Rate 12.6%
Unemployment 2.6%

Economy & Housing

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 3.9% | National: 5.2%
64.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 71.9%
Renter 28.1%
Affordability Index Very Affordable
2.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

60out of 100
High Diversity

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

State average: 40 | National average: 60

Education

Cities & Places in Nobles County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Worthington city13,792$61,84015.6%$184,200
Adrian city1,288$74,1007.6%$172,000
Brewster city605$59,6886.9%$130,500
Ellsworth city471$58,4385.5%$85,700
Round Lake city383$63,6615.8%$87,800
Rushmore city351$39,20518.8%$107,200
Bigelow city269$75,62512.0%N/A
Lismore city259$58,49017.0%$48,900
Wilmont city241$55,0005.8%$152,500
Dundee city77$54,37535.1%$46,500
Kinbrae city2N/A50.0%N/A

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Population Overview

Nobles County is located in Minnesota with a total population of 22,067. It is the 44th most populous county out of 87 in Minnesota. The county encompasses 11 Census-designated places.

Age Demographics

The median age in Nobles County is 36.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 38.6 years. With 28.5% 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 $65,509. This is 25% lower than the state median of $87,556. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 17% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.6%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.2%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 34% lower than the state rate of 3.9%. The median home value is $179,200. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $305,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Nobles County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 71.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Nobles County is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 33.1%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (33.1% vs 6.2%).

Education

17.7% 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 54% 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 77.8%.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nobles County, Minnesota?

Nobles County has a population of 22,067, 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 $65,509 with a poverty rate of 12.6%.

How many cities are in Nobles County, Minnesota?

Nobles County contains 11 Census-designated places.