Zemple, Minnesota Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Zemple, Minnesota had a total population of 49, the 859th largest city in Minnesota, with a median household income of $102,639, which is 15% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.1% 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 0.5x.
Zemple Quick Facts
How Zemple 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 | 72 | 49 | -31.9% |
| Median household income | $82,500 | $102,639 | +24.4% |
| Median home value | $50,000 | $47,800 | -4.4% |
How Zemple 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Zemple Rankings in Minnesota
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Other Cities in Itasca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Rapids | 11,207 | $61,029 | 15.5% | $213,800 |
| Cohasset | 2,703 | $92,692 | 6.4% | $330,500 |
| Coleraine | 2,150 | $74,716 | 10.7% | $211,800 |
| Keewatin | 1,215 | $53,643 | 19.2% | $86,800 |
| Nashwauk | 926 | $57,589 | 14.4% | $112,300 |
| Deer River | 889 | $38,824 | 30.6% | $111,200 |
| Marble | 669 | $53,958 | 17.0% | $102,500 |
| Bovey | 646 | $64,083 | 18.7% | $122,800 |
| La Prairie | 592 | $69,375 | 6.7% | $212,800 |
| Taconite | 468 | $84,375 | 3.6% | $219,600 |
Cities Similar to Zemple
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker | 52 | $101,250 | $160,000 | 12.8% | 0.0% |
| Hubbard | 53 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 17.0% |
| Nassau | 49 | $86,250 | $55,000 | 11.8% | 12.2% |
| Humboldt | 44 | N/A | $207,800 | 4.5% | 43.2% |
| Hatfield | 46 | $88,333 | N/A | 11.5% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 49, Zemple'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
Zemple is a small community located in Minnesota, within Itasca County. The total population is 49. It ranks as the 859th most populous out of 914 Census-designated places in Minnesota.
Age Demographics
The median age in Zemple is 67.1 years. This is 73% higher than the state median of 38.8 years. Only 8.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Zemple is $102,639. This is 15% higher than the state median of $89,062. It is also 27% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 9.3%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Zemple, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $47,800. Housing costs are 85% lower than the state median of $329,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.5x, Zemple is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 96.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 34% higher than the state average of 72.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Zemple is White (non-Hispanic), making up 65.3% of the population.
Education
9.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 77% 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 95.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Zemple, 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 Zemple, Minnesota?
Zemple, Minnesota has a population of 49 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Zemple, MN?
The median household income in Zemple is $102,639, which is 27% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Zemple, MN?
The poverty rate in Zemple is 8.2%. This means approximately 4 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Zemple, Minnesota?
Zemple's population is 65.3% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Zemple, MN?
The median home value in Zemple is $47,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.5x.
How educated is Zemple, Minnesota?
9.1% of adults (25+) in Zemple hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.