Mankato

MN

Blue Earth County, Minnesota

Population 70K |Median income $74,477 |1 hospital

Population
69,871
Blue Earth County
Median Income
$74,477
+10% vs avg
Median Home Value
$266,700
+17% vs avg
Median Age
31.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
70K+8%
Median Income
$74,477+49%
Median Home Value
$266,700+69%
Poverty Rate
15.7%-18%
Unemployment
4.9%-26%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,123/mo
Poverty Rate
15.7% +11% vs avg
Unemployment 4.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 34.2%
Work From Home 8.5%
Public Transit 1.3%

Population

White 85.4%
African American 4.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.7%
Asian 2.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
33.8%
Short Sleep Duration
30.1%
High Blood Pressure
28.9%
Physical Inactivity
23%
Binge Drinking
19.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
Current Smoking
13.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
11.2%
Current Asthma
10.5%
Diabetes
9.4%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 58.2%
Annual Checkup 73%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.5%
Stroke
2.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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0
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0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
MAYO CLINIC HEALTH SYSTEM - MANKATO
MANKATO · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Mankato Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Lake Superior Near Minnesota and Wisconsin

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Storm Warning and Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN

NOAA · 13h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray and Storm Warning Issued for Grand Portage to Grand Marais, MN

NOAA · 1d ago
Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Twin Cities, MN Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 2d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Sibley and Barron Counties Until Monday Morning

NOAA · 4d ago
Weather Alerts high

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Pine County, Minnesota Through Sunday Night

NOAA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Mankato, MN? ▼
Mankato, MN has a population of 69,871 people, located in Blue Earth County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Mankato? ▼
The median household income in Mankato, MN is $74,477 per year. The poverty rate is 15.7%.
What is the median home value in Mankato? ▼
The median home value in Mankato, MN is $266,700. Median rent is $1,123/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mankato? ▼
The top health indicators in Mankato include Obesity (33.8%), Short Sleep Duration (30.1%), High Blood Pressure (28.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mankato? ▼
Mankato has 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Mankato? ▼
The median age in Mankato, MN is 31.6 years. 34.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mankato, MN is located in Blue Earth County, Minnesota. With a population of 70K and a median household income of $74,477, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Mankato area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Nearby Cities 8

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Blue Earth County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.