Ogema, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Ogema, Minnesota Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ogema, Minnesota had a total population of 257, the 640th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $55,250, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 38.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (38.1%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Only 9.5% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x.
One of the most racially diverse communities in Minnesota (diversity index: 70/100).

Ogema Quick Facts

Population 257

Median Household Income $55,250

Median Home Value $73,000

Poverty Rate 38.1%

Unemployment Rate 2.6%

Median Age 28.7 years

Homeownership Rate 57.8%

Affordability Ratio 1.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 9.5%

High School Graduation Rate 90.5%

Diversity Index 70/100

Population 257 640th of 914

Median Income $55,250 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 38.1% 206% higher than national

Median Home Value $73,000 bottom 10%

How Ogema 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	233	257	+10.3%
Median household income	$51,875	$55,250	+6.5%
Median home value	$82,500	$73,000	-11.5%

How Ogema Compares

Median Household Income

Ogema

$55,250

$89,062

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Ogema

$73,000

$329,300

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.9%

$25K-$50K 15.7%

$50K-$100K 43.4%

$100K+ 18.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.4%

$10K-$15K

4.8%

$15K-$20K

13.3%

$20K-$25K

2.4%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

1.2%

$35K-$40K

2.4%

$40K-$45K

7.2%

$45K-$50K

4.8%

$50K-$60K

16.9%

$60K-$75K

4.8%

$75K-$100K

21.7%

$100K-$125K

9.6%

$125K-$150K

4.8%

$150K-$200K

1.2%

$200K+

2.4%

Employment

2.6% Unemployment Rate State: 4.1%|National: 5.2%

62.4% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 57.8%

Renter 42.2%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

1.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $700/mo 15.2% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

35.8%

18-34

20.6%

35-54

21.8%

55-74

21.0%

75+

0.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very High Diversity

This community is exceptionally diverse, with no single racial or ethnic group dominating the population.

State average: 41 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Ogema Rankings in Minnesota

#640 Population of 914

#691 Median Income of 887

#785 Education of 914

#821 Home Value of 870

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Other Cities in Becker County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Detroit Lakes	10,025	$62,958	16.6%	$265,800
Frazee	1,647	$47,016	22.3%	$172,000
Lake Park	600	$64,028	4.6%	$196,500
White Earth	506	$17,450	63.6%	N/A
Audubon	388	$67,500	15.5%	$207,000
Osage	290	$48,333	29.7%	$330,300
Pine Point	241	$40,000	43.3%	$85,700
Callaway	224	$53,125	13.8%	$87,500
Elbow Lake	76	$29,583	43.4%	N/A
Wolf Lake	73	$65,833	14.1%	$137,500

Cities Similar to Ogema

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Finland	257	$53,500	$181,700	13.7%	19.8%
Wahkon	258	$51,750	$235,700	13.8%	11.4%
Williams	237	N/A	N/A	4.7%	9.7%
Oslo	260	$63,750	$79,600	11.2%	5.8%
Hendrum	240	$57,500	$127,500	20.8%	15.0%

A note before these figures: with a population of 257, Ogema'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

Ogema is a small community located in Minnesota, within Becker County. The total population is 257. It ranks as the 640th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.

Age Demographics

The median age in Ogema is 28.7 years. This is 26% lower than the state median of 38.8 years. With 35.8% of the population under 18, Ogema has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Ogema is $55,250. This is 38% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 38.1%. This is 310% higher than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $73,000. Housing costs are 78% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.3x, Ogema is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 57.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% lower than the state average of 72.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

Ogema is a highly diverse community where no single racial or ethnic group constitutes a majority of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.0% vs 6.4%).

Education

9.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 76% 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 90.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Ogema, 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 Ogema, Minnesota?

Ogema, Minnesota has a population of 257 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Ogema, MN?

The median household income in Ogema is $55,250, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Ogema, MN?

The poverty rate in Ogema is 38.1%. This means approximately 98 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Ogema, Minnesota?

Ogema's population is 42.8% White, 0.0% Black, 14.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Ogema, MN?

The median home value in Ogema is $73,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.3x.

How educated is Ogema, Minnesota?

9.5% of adults (25+) in Ogema hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.