Owatonna

MN

Steele County, Minnesota

Population 37K |Median income $84,196 |1 hospital

Population
37,439
Steele County
Median Income
$84,196
+24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$245,400
+8% vs avg
Median Age
40.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
37K+3%
Median Income
$84,196+49%
Median Home Value
$245,400+58%
Poverty Rate
8.3%-19%
Unemployment
3.4%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,061/mo
Poverty Rate
8.3% -42% vs avg
Unemployment 3.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 28%
Work From Home 8.7%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 85.8%
African American 3.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.3%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.4%
High Blood Pressure
33.3%
Short Sleep Duration
28.3%
Physical Inactivity
24.3%
Binge Drinking
18%
Frequent Mental Distress
15.1%
Current Smoking
14.2%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.3%
Diabetes
10.9%
Current Asthma
9.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 67.7%
Annual Checkup 74.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
OWATONNA HOSPITAL
OWATONNA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Owatonna 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 Owatonna, MN? ▼
Owatonna, MN has a population of 37,439 people, located in Steele County, Minnesota.
What is the median household income in Owatonna? ▼
The median household income in Owatonna, MN is $84,196 per year. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
What is the median home value in Owatonna? ▼
The median home value in Owatonna, MN is $245,400. Median rent is $1,061/month.
What are the top health concerns in Owatonna? ▼
The top health indicators in Owatonna include Obesity (37.4%), High Blood Pressure (33.3%), Short Sleep Duration (28.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Owatonna? ▼
Owatonna has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Owatonna? ▼
The median age in Owatonna, MN is 40.5 years. 28% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Owatonna, MN is located in Steele County, Minnesota. With a population of 37K and a median household income of $84,196, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Owatonna 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 (Steele 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.