Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 57 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,266 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 1,289 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 1,551 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,428 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,199 (22.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,140 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,702 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $866/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,215 |
| Vacant Units | 791 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Faribault County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 11 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,503 residents. With a median age of 45.28, it is a mature county.
Faribault County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,140 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Faribault County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $130,702 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $866. Homeownership rates are high at 78.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Faribault County are primarily White (88.74%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Faribault County, MN is a solidly middle-class area in Minnesota. The 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56013 | Blue Earth | 4,534 | $64,360 | $160,700 | $926 | 1.8% | 43.4% |
| 56014 | Bricelyn | 695 | $60,250 | $88,500 | $570 | 3.1% | 39.7% |
| 56023 | Delavan | 527 | $77,361 | $132,800 | $943 | 2.1% | 30.5% |
| 56025 | Easton | 493 | $81,000 | $165,600 | $1,536 | 1.6% | 50.3% |
| 56027 | Elmore | 667 | $48,214 | $56,800 | $907 | 6.4% | 22.6% |
| 56033 | Frost | 429 | $82,188 | $90,400 | $825 | 5.3% | 34.3% |
| 56051 | Kiester | 648 | $50,909 | $55,700 | $950 | 9.9% | 22.2% |
| 56068 | Minnesota Lake | 971 | $68,988 | $160,400 | $956 | 3.6% | 39.0% |
| 56097 | Wells | 3,593 | $63,646 | $118,000 | $761 | 3.6% | 36.0% |
| 56098 | Winnebago | 1,946 | $69,000 | $134,300 | $758 | 6.7% | 31.4% |