The Ranch, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, The Ranch, Minnesota had a total population of 3, the 913th largest community in Minnesota. The poverty rate is 33.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (33.3%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Unemployment rate of 100.0% is notably above the national average.
The Ranch Quick Facts
How The Ranch 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 | 3 | 3 | +0.0% |
How The Ranch 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+)
The Ranch Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Mahnomen County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahnomen | 1,049 | $45,341 | 18.6% | $83,200 |
| Naytahwaush | 478 | $37,917 | 35.6% | $88,800 |
| Waubun | 419 | $58,036 | 18.0% | $77,900 |
| Riverland | 239 | $51,250 | 36.0% | N/A |
| Twin Lakes | 197 | $72,500 | 25.8% | $244,100 |
| Bejou | 109 | $43,958 | 19.3% | $137,500 |
| Beaulieu | 63 | $48,750 | 17.5% | N/A |
| Midway | 35 | $34,688 | 17.1% | N/A |
| West Roy Lake | 30 | N/A | 10.0% | $120,800 |
| Pine Bend | 11 | $37,917 | 18.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to The Ranch
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kinbrae | 2 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 50.0% |
| Donaldson | 5 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 40.0% |
| Boy River | 6 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| Pine Bend | 11 | $37,917 | N/A | 0.0% | 18.2% |
| Cobden | 12 | N/A | N/A | 11.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 3, The Ranch'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
The Ranch is a small community located in Minnesota, within Mahnomen County. The total population is 3. It ranks as the 913th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 33.3%. This is 258% 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 100.0%. This is 2363% higher than the state rate of 4.1%. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Education
0.0% 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. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 66.7%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for The Ranch, 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 The Ranch, Minnesota?
The Ranch, Minnesota has a population of 3 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in The Ranch, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for The Ranch — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in The Ranch, MN?
The poverty rate in The Ranch is 33.3%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of The Ranch, Minnesota?
The Ranch's population is 0.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in The Ranch, MN?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for The Ranch — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is The Ranch, Minnesota?
0.0% of adults (25+) in The Ranch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.