Warsaw, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Warsaw, Minnesota had a total population of 560, the 475th largest community in Minnesota, with a median household income of $93,750, which is 5% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.7%.
Warsaw Quick Facts
How Warsaw 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 | 690 | 560 | -18.8% |
| Median household income | $115,313 | $93,750 | -18.7% |
| Median home value | $255,000 | $301,500 | +18.2% |
How Warsaw 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+)
Warsaw Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Rice County
Cities Similar to Warsaw
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 563 | $85,750 | $212,800 | 21.9% | 6.8% |
| New Germany | 595 | $93,864 | $258,000 | 20.4% | 4.8% |
| The Lakes | 594 | $87,969 | $397,100 | 28.3% | 3.5% |
| Clear Lake | 579 | $105,625 | $281,300 | 19.1% | 5.0% |
| Sturgeon Lake | 568 | $79,722 | $210,200 | 13.4% | 4.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 560, Warsaw'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
Warsaw is a small community located in Minnesota, within Rice County. The total population is 560. It ranks as the 475th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Warsaw is 46.8 years. This is 21% higher than the state median of 38.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Warsaw is $93,750. This is 5% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 16% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The unemployment rate is 0.7%. This is 84% lower than the state rate of 4.1%. The median home value is $301,500. Housing costs are 8% lower than the state median of $329,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 96.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Warsaw has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 6.4%.
Education
25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 34% 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 94.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Warsaw, 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 Warsaw, Minnesota?
Warsaw, Minnesota has a population of 560 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Warsaw, MN?
The median household income in Warsaw is $93,750, which is 16% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Warsaw, MN?
The poverty rate in Warsaw is 6.6%. This means approximately 37 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Warsaw, Minnesota?
Warsaw's population is 90.4% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Warsaw, MN?
The median home value in Warsaw is $301,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Warsaw, Minnesota?
25.9% of adults (25+) in Warsaw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.