Taopi, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Taopi, Minnesota had a total population of 51, the 857th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $73,750, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.0% — among the lowest in Minnesota.
Taopi Quick Facts
How Taopi 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 | 49 | 51 | +4.1% |
| Median household income | $85,000 | $73,750 | -13.2% |
| Median home value | $90,000 | $230,000 | +155.6% |
How Taopi Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Taopi Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Mower County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin | 26,358 | $68,057 | 12.5% | $163,900 |
| Grand Meadow | 1,011 | $72,125 | 4.3% | $188,000 |
| Brownsdale | 850 | $77,614 | 6.4% | $148,600 |
| Le Roy | 803 | $54,485 | 12.9% | $122,800 |
| Adams | 745 | $93,594 | 6.1% | $170,700 |
| Lyle | 504 | $58,269 | 11.7% | $111,800 |
| Rose Creek | 429 | $81,875 | 7.2% | $150,000 |
| Racine | 416 | $97,788 | 2.2% | $260,000 |
| Dexter | 350 | $93,750 | 14.9% | $185,900 |
| Waltham | 182 | $69,167 | 10.4% | $95,000 |
Cities Similar to Taopi
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbard | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.0% |
| Trosky | 51 | $58,750 | $116,100 | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Nassau | 49 | $86,250 | $55,000 | 11.8% | 12.2% |
| Mizpah | 58 | $73,333 | N/A | 5.3% | 12.1% |
| Humboldt | 44 | N/A | $207,800 | 4.5% | 43.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 51, Taopi'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
Taopi is a small community located in Minnesota, within Mower County. The total population is 51. It ranks as the 857th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Taopi is 56.5 years. This is 46% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. 13.7% 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 Taopi is $73,750. This is 17% lower than the state median of $89,062. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.0%. This is 57% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Taopi, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $230,000. Housing costs are 30% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x. 95.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 32% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Taopi was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
10.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 75% 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 95.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Taopi, 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 Taopi, Minnesota?
Taopi, Minnesota has a population of 51 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Taopi, MN?
The median household income in Taopi is $73,750, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Taopi, MN?
The poverty rate in Taopi is 4.0%. This means approximately 2 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Taopi, Minnesota?
Taopi's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Taopi, MN?
The median home value in Taopi is $230,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.1x.
How educated is Taopi, Minnesota?
10.0% of adults (25+) in Taopi hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.