Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.1% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 67% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,274 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 1,925 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 2,733 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,197 (15.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,369 (35.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,743 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,488 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $930/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,251 |
| Vacant Units | 495 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Nicollet County is located in Minnesota and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 33,669 residents. With a median age of 37.8, it is a relatively young county.
Nicollet County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,742 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 1.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.1% is near the national average.
Housing in Nicollet County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $260,488 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $929. Homeownership rates are high at 71.5%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Nicollet County are primarily White (85.67%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 51.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Nicollet County, MN is a middle-income area in Minnesota. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 56021 | Courtland | 1,123 | $101,250 | $256,000 | $964 | 1.1% | 42.4% |
| 56054 | Lafayette | 865 | $97,344 | $200,400 | $840 | 0.0% | 39.9% |
| 56003 | Mankato | 15,319 | $80,587 | $260,800 | $920 | 1.7% | 58.0% |
| 56074 | Nicollet | 1,850 | $91,397 | $265,100 | $858 | 0.8% | 45.5% |
| 56082 | Saint Peter | 14,512 | $72,332 | $263,500 | $952 | 1.8% | 45.9% |