Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 83 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,369 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 1,220 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 1,606 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,542 (18.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,897 (28.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,698 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $224,934 ▼ 19% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $905/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,133 |
| Vacant Units | 714 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Houston County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 19,686 residents. With a median age of 45.6, it is a mature county.
Houston County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $76,697 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.9%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.2% is well below the national average.
Housing in Houston County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $224,934 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $905. Homeownership rates are high at 84.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Houston County are primarily White (93.97%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 46.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Houston County, MN is a middle-income area in Minnesota. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55919 | Brownsville | 1,008 | $70,962 | $202,200 | $675 | 2.8% | 34.3% |
| 55921 | Caledonia | 4,793 | $76,679 | $189,600 | $825 | 1.9% | 45.3% |
| 55931 | Eitzen | 414 | $76,875 | $142,500 | $539 | 1.9% | 41.7% |
| 55941 | Hokah | 1,084 | $71,607 | $209,100 | $913 | 1.2% | 33.8% |
| 55943 | Houston | 3,070 | $69,896 | $228,200 | $808 | 3.5% | 42.2% |
| 55947 | La Crescent | 7,319 | $85,464 | $269,300 | $1,015 | 0.5% | 55.3% |
| 55974 | Spring Grove | 1,998 | $60,700 | $179,300 | $1,035 | 4.8% | 39.9% |