New Ulm

MN

Brown County, Minnesota

Population 26K |Median income $69,378 |2 hospitals

Population
25,800
Brown County
Median Income
$69,378
Near average
Median Home Value
$191,200
-16% vs avg
Median Age
42
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
26K+1%
Median Income
$69,378+44%
Median Home Value
$191,200+57%
Poverty Rate
8.5%-10%
Unemployment
2.9%-36%

Economics

Median Rent
$890/mo
Poverty Rate
8.5% -40% vs avg
Unemployment 2.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.5%
Work From Home 7.3%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 92.7%
African American 1%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.7%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
35.5%
High Blood Pressure
34.3%
Short Sleep Duration
27.5%
Physical Inactivity
24.8%
Binge Drinking
17.6%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.4%
Current Smoking
14.6%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.7%
Diabetes
11.5%
Current Asthma
10%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 64.4%
Annual Checkup 76.8%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.7%

Alerts & News — New Ulm 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 New Ulm, MN? ▼
New Ulm, MN has a population of 25,800 people, located in Brown County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in New Ulm? ▼
The median household income in New Ulm, MN is $69,378 per year. The poverty rate is 8.5%.
What is the median home value in New Ulm? ▼
The median home value in New Ulm, MN is $191,200. Median rent is $890/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Ulm? ▼
The top health indicators in New Ulm include Obesity (35.5%), High Blood Pressure (34.3%), Short Sleep Duration (27.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Ulm? ▼
New Ulm has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Ulm? ▼
The median age in New Ulm, MN is 42 years. 24.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Ulm, MN is located in Brown County, Minnesota. With a population of 26K and a median household income of $69,378, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the New Ulm area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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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 (Brown 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.