Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.6% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 381 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,160 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 4,357 (11.3%) |
| Associates | 5,700 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 5,785 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,254 (34.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,171 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,614 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 29,577 |
| Vacant Units | 2,481 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Blue Earth County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 69,097 residents. With a median age of 31.75, it is a relatively young county.
Blue Earth County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $73,171 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 15.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Blue Earth County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $259,614 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,054. Homeownership rates are high at 61.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Blue Earth County are primarily White (85.1%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 49.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Blue Earth County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56010 | Amboy | 1,087 | $83,854 | $158,400 | $825 | 2.5% | 36.7% |
| 56024 | Eagle Lake | 3,595 | $96,667 | $259,200 | $1,405 | 3.7% | 49.7% |
| 56034 | Garden City | 417 | $83,068 | $169,800 | $950 | 7.8% | 33.2% |
| 56037 | Good Thunder | 1,449 | $74,167 | $239,000 | $819 | 1.5% | 40.5% |
| 56055 | Lake Crystal | 3,868 | $83,452 | $218,000 | $753 | 3.0% | 44.4% |
| 56063 | Madison Lake | 3,059 | $100,156 | $396,000 | $848 | 4.2% | 53.1% |
| 56001 | Mankato | 50,960 | $67,224 | $263,100 | $1,088 | 4.5% | 50.9% |
| 56065 | Mapleton | 2,828 | $91,587 | $214,100 | $780 | 4.7% | 45.6% |
| 56078 | Pemberton | 494 | $79,688 | $187,500 | $1,575 | 1.1% | 40.3% |
| 56080 | Saint Clair | 759 | $100,750 | $199,200 | — | 4.5% | 46.0% |
| 56090 | Vernon Center | 581 | $78,125 | $182,400 | $983 | 0.9% | 43.5% |