Waseca County, MN
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18,953
TOTAL POPULATION
9,140
MALE POPULATION
9,813
FEMALE POPULATION
93.14
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.36
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$35,814
PER CAPITA INCOME
$89,573
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$71,856
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,867
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Waseca County Area Codes
Race in Waseca County
The most populous races in Waseca County are White / Caucasian (17,125 | 90.4%), Hispanic or Latino (1,230 | 6.5%), and Some other Race (722 | 3.8%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 160 | 0.8% |
| Black / African American | 159 | 0.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,230 | 6.5% |
| Native / Alaskan | 173 | 0.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 17,125 | 90.4% |
| Two or more Races | 614 | 3.2% |
| Some other Race | 722 | 3.8% |
| Total | 18,953 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Waseca County
The most populous ancestries reported in Waseca County are German (7,916 | 41.8%), Norwegian (2,353 | 12.4%), Irish (2,062 | 10.9%), Mexican (1,066 | 5.6%), and English (1,051 | 5.6%), together accounting for 76.2% of all Waseca County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 9 | 0.1% |
| Alsatian | 20 | 0.1% |
| American | 914 | 4.8% |
| Arab | 54 | 0.3% |
| Austrian | 26 | 0.1% |
| Bangladeshi | 2 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 19 | 0.1% |
| Bhutanese | 9 | 0.1% |
| Blackfeet | 32 | 0.2% |
| British | 63 | 0.3% |
| Burmese | 33 | 0.2% |
| Canadian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Central American | 52 | 0.3% |
| Cherokee | 8 | 0.0% |
| Chippewa | 250 | 1.3% |
| Costa Rican | 3 | 0.0% |
| Croatian | 10 | 0.1% |
| Czech | 381 | 2.0% |
| Czechoslovakian | 23 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 205 | 1.1% |
| Dutch | 204 | 1.1% |
| Eastern European | 8 | 0.0% |
| English | 1,051 | 5.6% |
| European | 77 | 0.4% |
| Finnish | 104 | 0.5% |
| French | 281 | 1.5% |
| French American Indian | 2 | 0.0% |
| French Canadian | 58 | 0.3% |
| German | 7,916 | 41.8% |
| German Russian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Greek | 1 | 0.0% |
| Hungarian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Indian (Asian) | 71 | 0.4% |
| Irish | 2,062 | 10.9% |
| Italian | 135 | 0.7% |
| Korean | 22 | 0.1% |
| Latvian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Lebanese | 16 | 0.1% |
| Lithuanian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 4 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 1,066 | 5.6% |
| Mongolian | 7 | 0.0% |
| Navajo | 7 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 19 | 0.1% |
| Norwegian | 2,353 | 12.4% |
| Pakistani | 9 | 0.1% |
| Polish | 595 | 3.1% |
| Portuguese | 46 | 0.2% |
| Puerto Rican | 1 | 0.0% |
| Romanian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Russian | 198 | 1.0% |
| Salvadoran | 49 | 0.3% |
| Scandinavian | 314 | 1.7% |
| Scotch-Irish | 10 | 0.1% |
| Scottish | 113 | 0.6% |
| Sioux | 97 | 0.5% |
| Slovak | 28 | 0.2% |
| Slovene | 24 | 0.1% |
| Spanish | 8 | 0.0% |
| Sri Lankan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Subsaharan African | 9 | 0.1% |
| Swedish | 756 | 4.0% |
| Swiss | 91 | 0.5% |
| Thai | 25 | 0.1% |
| Ukrainian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Vietnamese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Welsh | 82 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 180 | 0.9% | View All 69 Rows |
Immigrants in Waseca County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Waseca County came from Latin America (305 | 1.6%), Central America (227 | 1.2%), Mexico (217 | 1.1%), Asia (141 | 0.7%), and South America (77 | 0.4%), together accounting for 5.1% of all Waseca County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Argentina | 44 | 0.2% |
| Asia | 141 | 0.7% |
| Brazil | 9 | 0.1% |
| Caribbean | 1 | 0.0% |
| Central America | 227 | 1.2% |
| China | 63 | 0.3% |
| Czechoslovakia | 6 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Africa | 7 | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 75 | 0.4% |
| Eastern Europe | 30 | 0.2% |
| England | 9 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 64 | 0.3% |
| Germany | 3 | 0.0% |
| Guatemala | 10 | 0.1% |
| India | 22 | 0.1% |
| Jamaica | 1 | 0.0% |
| Japan | 1 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 11 | 0.1% |
| Laos | 1 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 305 | 1.6% |
| Mexico | 217 | 1.1% |
| Northern Europe | 31 | 0.2% |
| Philippines | 5 | 0.0% |
| Poland | 21 | 0.1% |
| Russia | 3 | 0.0% |
| Singapore | 7 | 0.0% |
| Somalia | 7 | 0.0% |
| South America | 77 | 0.4% |
| South Central Asia | 24 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 42 | 0.2% |
| Sri Lanka | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sweden | 3 | 0.0% |
| Thailand | 18 | 0.1% |
| Vietnam | 11 | 0.1% |
| Western Europe | 3 | 0.0% | View All 36 Rows |
Sex and Age in Waseca County
Sex and Age in Waseca County
The most populous age groups in Waseca County are 60 to 64 Years (741 | 8.1%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (793 | 8.1%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 527 (5.8%) | 564 (5.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 687 (7.5%) | 595 (6.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 566 (6.2%) | 624 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 711 (7.8%) | 587 (6.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 504 (5.5%) | 500 (5.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 465 (5.1%) | 613 (6.2%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 539 (5.9%) | 689 (7.0%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 571 (6.2%) | 689 (7.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 542 (5.9%) | 793 (8.1%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 530 (5.8%) | 596 (6.1%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 586 (6.4%) | 562 (5.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 522 (5.7%) | 478 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 741 (8.1%) | 737 (7.5%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 581 (6.4%) | 551 (5.6%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 443 (4.9%) | 422 (4.3%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 222 (2.4%) | 271 (2.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 224 (2.5%) | 266 (2.7%) |
| 85 Years and over | 179 (2.0%) | 276 (2.8%) |
| Total | 9,140 (100.0%) | 9,813 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Waseca County
Median Family Size in Waseca County
The median family size in Waseca County is 2.94 persons per family, with married-couple families (3,987 | 79.2%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.02 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (775 | 15.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.66 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,987 (79.2%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 270 (5.4%) | 2.69 |
| Single Female/Mother | 775 (15.4%) | 2.66 |
| Total Families | 5,032 (100.0%) | 2.94 |
Median Household Size in Waseca County
The median household size in Waseca County is 2.41 persons per household, with single male/father households (270 | 3.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.27 persons per household. non-family households (2,461 | 32.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.20 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 3,987 (53.2%) | 3.02 |
| Single Male/Father | 270 (3.6%) | 3.27 |
| Single Female/Mother | 775 (10.3%) | 2.80 |
| Non-family | 2,461 (32.8%) | 1.20 |
| Total Households | 7,493 (100.0%) | 2.41 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Waseca County
Out of a total of 7,493 households in Waseca County, 5,032 (67.2%) are family households, while 2,461 (32.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,253, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,088.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 2,088 (27.9%) |
| 2-Person Households | 2,253 (30.1%) | 311 (4.2%) |
| 3-Person Households | 1,115 (14.9%) | 16 (0.2%) |
| 4-Person Households | 813 (10.8%) | 45 (0.6%) |
| 5-Person Households | 612 (8.2%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 136 (1.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 103 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 5,032 (67.2%) | 2,461 (32.8%) |
Female Fertility in Waseca County
Fertility by Age in Waseca County
Average fertility rate in Waseca County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 120.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 93.5% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 7 (3.0%) | 12.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 216 (93.5%) | 120.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (3.5%) | 4.0 |
| Total | 231 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Waseca County
66.2% of women with births (231) in Waseca County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 7 (100.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 145 (67.1%) | 71 (32.9%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (66.2%) | 78 (33.8%) |
Fertility by Education in Waseca County
Average fertility rate in Waseca County is 51.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the highest fertility rate of 100.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 5.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 68.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 4 (1.7%) | 5.0 |
| High School Diploma | 17 (7.4%) | 14.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 158 (68.4%) | 100.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 44 (19.1%) | 59.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (3.5%) | 28.0 |
| Total | 231 (100.0%) | 51.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Waseca County
33.8% of women with births in Waseca County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 17 (100.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 101 (63.9%) | 57 (36.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 153 (66.2%) | 78 (33.8%) |
Income in Waseca County
Income Overview in Waseca County
Per Capita Income in Waseca County is $35,814, while median incomes of families and households are $89,573 and $71,856 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 18,953 | $35,814 |
| Median Family Income | 5,032 | $89,573 |
| Mean Family Income | 5,032 | $108,601 |
| Median Household Income | 7,493 | $71,856 |
| Mean Household Income | 7,493 | $91,089 |
| Income Deficit | 5,032 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 18,953 | 31.26% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 18,953 | 68.74¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 18,953 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Waseca County
Average Earnings in Waseca County are $42,721, $49,815 for men and $34,243 for women, a difference of 31.3%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 5,424 (51.2%) | $49,815 |
| Female | 5,162 (48.8%) | $34,243 |
| Total | 10,586 (100.0%) | $42,721 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Waseca County
The most common earnings brackets in Waseca County are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (619 | 11.4%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (464 | 9.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 150 (2.8%) | 336 (6.5%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 215 (4.0%) | 241 (4.7%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 133 (2.5%) | 166 (3.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 162 (3.0%) | 97 (1.9%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 151 (2.8%) | 310 (6.0%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 184 (3.4%) | 126 (2.4%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 73 (1.3%) | 157 (3.0%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 66 (1.2%) | 157 (3.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 59 (1.1%) | 95 (1.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 143 (2.6%) | 221 (4.3%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 215 (4.0%) | 420 (8.1%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 199 (3.7%) | 298 (5.8%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 299 (5.5%) | 345 (6.7%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 207 (3.8%) | 326 (6.3%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 467 (8.6%) | 342 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 350 (6.5%) | 238 (4.6%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 606 (11.2%) | 464 (9.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 539 (9.9%) | 153 (3.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 619 (11.4%) | 432 (8.4%) |
| $100,000+ | 587 (10.8%) | 238 (4.6%) |
| Total | 5,424 (100.0%) | 5,162 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Waseca County
Average earnings in Waseca County are $55,294 for men and $39,365 for women, a difference of 28.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $101,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $39,063. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,197, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $28,673.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $39,063 | $37,708 |
| High School Diploma | $47,908 | $28,673 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $57,134 | $39,923 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $61,754 | $58,197 |
| Graduate Degree | $101,250 | $54,853 |
| Total | $55,294 | $39,365 |
Family Income in Waseca County
Family Income Brackets in Waseca County
According to the Waseca County family income data, there are 1,102 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 50 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 126 | 2.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 50 | 1.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 101 | 2.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 357 | 7.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 584 | 11.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 860 | 17.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 775 | 15.4% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,102 | 21.9% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 699 | 13.9% |
| $200,000+ | 382 | 7.6% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Waseca County
7+ person families (96 | 1.9%) account for the highest median family income in Waseca County with $180,694 per family, while 2-person families (2,378 | 47.3%) have the highest median income of $38,724 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 2,378 (47.3%) | $77,447 |
| 3-Person Families | 1,087 (21.6%) | $86,250 |
| 4-Person Families | 753 (15.0%) | $122,750 |
| 5-Person Families | 580 (11.5%) | $91,518 |
| 6-Person Families | 138 (2.7%) | $133,636 |
| 7+ Person Families | 96 (1.9%) | $180,694 |
| Total | 5,032 (100.0%) | $89,573 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Waseca County
The median family income in Waseca County is $89,573, with families comprising 3+ earners (672) having the highest median family income of $155,000, while families with no earners (635) have the lowest median family income of $48,050, accounting for 13.4% and 12.6% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 635 (12.6%) | $48,050 |
| 1 Earner | 1,251 (24.9%) | $58,125 |
| 2 Earners | 2,474 (49.2%) | $100,143 |
| 3+ Earners | 672 (13.4%) | $155,000 |
| Total | 5,032 (100.0%) | $89,573 |
Household Income in Waseca County
Household Income Brackets in Waseca County
With 1,401 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Waseca County, accounting for 18.7% of all households. In contrast, only 97 households (1.3%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 247 | 3.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 97 | 1.3% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 652 | 8.7% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 569 | 7.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 1,057 | 14.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,304 | 17.4% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,042 | 13.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,401 | 18.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 712 | 9.5% |
| $200,000+ | 420 | 5.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Waseca County
The median household income in Waseca County is $71,856, with the highest median household income of $93,373 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,551 households (34.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $44,922, with 300 households (4.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 300 (4.0%) | $44,922 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 2,441 (32.6%) | $83,189 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 2,551 (34.1%) | $93,373 |
| 65+ Years | 2,201 (29.4%) | $45,448 |
| Total | 7,493 (100.0%) | $71,856 |
Poverty in Waseca County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Waseca County
With 5.4% poverty level for males and 7.9% for females among the residents of Waseca County, 18 to 24 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 130 males (16.0%) and 135 females (18.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 53 (10.1%) | 17 (3.1%) |
| 5 Years | 3 (1.7%) | 12 (9.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 39 (5.3%) | 59 (9.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 3 (0.9%) | 13 (3.0%) |
| 15 Years | 10 (6.2%) | 7 (4.9%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 4 (1.7%) | 9 (3.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 130 (16.0%) | 88 (13.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 28 (2.8%) | 115 (10.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 47 (4.3%) | 65 (5.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 27 (2.5%) | 86 (8.2%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 81 (6.5%) | 82 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 21 (2.1%) | 27 (2.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 37 (6.3%) | 135 (18.9%) |
| Total | 483 (5.4%) | 715 (7.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Waseca County
According to the poverty statistics in Waseca County, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 65 to 74 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 99.1% of males and 97.2% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 474 (89.9%) | 539 (96.9%) |
| 5 Years | 169 (98.3%) | 114 (90.5%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 692 (94.7%) | 597 (91.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 322 (99.1%) | 422 (97.0%) |
| 15 Years | 150 (93.8%) | 135 (95.1%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 237 (98.3%) | 251 (96.5%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 682 (84.0%) | 577 (86.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 976 (97.2%) | 963 (89.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,043 (95.7%) | 1,202 (94.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,072 (97.5%) | 966 (91.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,168 (93.5%) | 1,099 (93.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 999 (97.9%) | 934 (97.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 549 (93.7%) | 581 (81.1%) |
| Total | 8,533 (94.6%) | 8,380 (92.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Waseca County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Waseca County show that 1.7% or 67 of the total 3,987 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 25.0%, comprising of 3 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.9%, which includes 4 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 2,252 (98.0%) | 47 (2.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 1,241 (99.0%) | 13 (1.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 418 (99.1%) | 4 (0.9%) |
| 5 or more Children | 9 (75.0%) | 3 (25.0%) |
| Total | 3,920 (98.3%) | 67 (1.7%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Waseca County
According to the poverty data in Waseca County, 5.9% or 16 single-father households and 17.8% or 138 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 16 households (8.8%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 81 households (22.3%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (6.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 16 (8.8%) | 81 (22.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 39 (20.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 6 (21.4%) |
| Total | 16 (5.9%) | 138 (17.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Waseca County
The poverty data for Waseca County shows that 67 of the married-couple family households (1.7%) and 154 of the single-parent households (14.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 households (25.0%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 39 household (19.6%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 47 (2.0%) | 12 (4.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 13 (1.0%) | 97 (17.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 4 (0.9%) | 39 (19.6%) |
| 5 or more Children | 3 (25.0%) | 6 (18.8%) |
| Total | 67 (1.7%) | 154 (14.7%) |
Employment Characteristics in Waseca County
Employment by Class of Employer in Waseca County
Among the 9,427 employed individuals in Waseca County, private company employees (6,445 | 68.4%), not-for-profit organizations (973 | 10.3%), and local government employees (609 | 6.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 6,445 | 68.4% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 298 | 3.2% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 594 | 6.3% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 973 | 10.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 609 | 6.5% |
| State Government Employees | 352 | 3.7% |
| Federal Government Employees | 145 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 11 | 0.1% |
| Total | 9,427 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Waseca County
According to the labor force statistics for Waseca County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,087), 65.4% or 9,867 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 326 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 87.3% or 876 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.0% or 60 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 543 (54.6%) | 60 (11.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 876 (87.3%) | 53 (6.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 906 (84.0%) | 7 (0.8%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 1,003 (81.7%) | 55 (5.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,133 (82.2%) | 81 (3.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,967 (86.5%) | 55 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 855 (85.5%) | 10 (1.2%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 896 (60.6%) | 4 (0.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 585 (29.3%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 102 (7.1%) | 1 (1.0%) |
| Total | 9,867 (65.4%) | 326 (3.3%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Waseca County
According to labor force statistics for Waseca County, 80.4% of individuals (7,761) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (9,653) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 210 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 90.6% or 2,130 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 12.1% or 52 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 429 (62.9%) | 83 (12.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 2,206 (71.9%) | 123 (4.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 2,994 (84.3%) | 57 (1.6%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 2,130 (90.6%) | 24 (1.0%) |
| Total | 7,761 (80.4%) | 261 (2.7%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Waseca County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waseca County are Management (996 | 10.4%), Community & Social Service (935 | 9.8%), Education Instruction & Library (507 | 5.3%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (473 | 5.0%), and Business & Financial (363 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Waseca County, the most male-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (68.1%), Architecture & Engineering (63.5%), and Management (63.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (96.9%), Education, Arts & Media (92.3%), and Health Technologists (91.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 630 (63.2%) | 366 (36.7%) |
| Business & Financial | 176 (48.5%) | 187 (51.5%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 219 (60.5%) | 143 (39.5%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 66 (52.4%) | 60 (47.6%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 106 (63.5%) | 61 (36.5%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 47 (68.1%) | 22 (31.9%) |
| Community & Social Service | 152 (16.3%) | 783 (83.7%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 20 (7.7%) | 241 (92.3%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 3 (3.1%) | 94 (96.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 93 (18.3%) | 414 (81.7%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 36 (51.4%) | 34 (48.6%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 91 (19.2%) | 382 (80.8%) |
| Health Technologists | 22 (8.7%) | 231 (91.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,268 (40.5%) | 1,861 (59.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Waseca County are Healthcare Support (513 | 5.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (360 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (324 | 3.4%), Security & Protection (187 | 2.0%), and Law Enforcement (145 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Waseca County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (84.1%), Security & Protection (83.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (80.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (85.4%), Healthcare Support (78.4%), and Food Preparation & Serving (65.6%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 111 (21.6%) | 402 (78.4%) |
| Security & Protection | 156 (83.4%) | 31 (16.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 34 (80.9%) | 8 (19.1%) |
| Law Enforcement | 122 (84.1%) | 23 (15.9%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 124 (34.4%) | 236 (65.6%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 236 (72.8%) | 88 (27.2%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 20 (14.6%) | 117 (85.4%) |
| Total (Category) | 647 (42.5%) | 874 (57.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Waseca County are Sales & Related (1,070 | 11.2%), and Office & Administration (958 | 10.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 497 (46.5%) | 573 (53.5%) |
| Office & Administration | 206 (21.5%) | 752 (78.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 703 (34.7%) | 1,325 (65.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Waseca County are Construction & Extraction (529 | 5.6%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (403 | 4.2%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (127 | 1.3%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 125 (98.4%) | 2 (1.6%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 521 (98.5%) | 8 (1.5%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 403 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,049 (99.1%) | 10 (0.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Waseca County are Production (1,021 | 10.7%), Transportation (466 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (314 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 653 (64.0%) | 368 (36.0%) |
| Transportation | 410 (88.0%) | 56 (12.0%) |
| Material Moving | 205 (65.3%) | 109 (34.7%) |
| Total (Category) | 1,268 (70.4%) | 533 (29.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Waseca County
Employment Industries in Waseca County
The major employment industries in Waseca County include Manufacturing (1,737 | 18.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,606 | 16.8%), Retail Trade (1,050 | 11.0%), Educational Services (707 | 7.4%), and Construction (630 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Waseca County
The Waseca County industries that see more men than women are Construction (93.3%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (86.6%), and Utilities (84.5%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Enterprise Management (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (90.9%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (82.4%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 444 (86.6%) | 69 (13.5%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 3 (9.1%) | 30 (90.9%) |
| Construction | 588 (93.3%) | 42 (6.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 1,120 (64.5%) | 617 (35.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 187 (63.8%) | 106 (36.2%) |
| Retail Trade | 474 (45.1%) | 576 (54.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 296 (82.5%) | 63 (17.5%) |
| Utilities | 49 (84.5%) | 9 (15.5%) |
| Information | 90 (72.0%) | 35 (28.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 149 (35.5%) | 271 (64.5%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 44 (47.3%) | 49 (52.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 152 (40.1%) | 227 (59.9%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 168 (70.0%) | 72 (30.0%) |
| Educational Services | 261 (36.9%) | 446 (63.1%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 283 (17.6%) | 1,323 (82.4%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 24 (66.7%) | 12 (33.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 146 (35.8%) | 262 (64.2%) |
| Public Administration | 270 (55.7%) | 215 (44.3%) |
| Total | 4,935 (51.7%) | 4,603 (48.3%) |
Education in Waseca County
School Enrollment in Waseca County
The most common levels of schooling among the 4,123 students in Waseca County are high school (1,096 | 26.6%), middle school (1,026 | 24.9%), and elementary school (907 | 22.0%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 271 | 6.6% |
| Kindergarten | 188 | 4.6% |
| Elementary School | 907 | 22.0% |
| Middle School | 1,026 | 24.9% |
| High School | 1,096 | 26.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 522 | 12.7% |
| Graduate / Professional | 113 | 2.7% |
| Total | 4,123 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Waseca County
Out of a total of 4,123 students who are enrolled in schools in Waseca County, 396 (9.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 3,727 (90.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 51 (29.5% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 20 to 24 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 233 (95.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 92 (73.6%) | 33 (26.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 1,034 (89.4%) | 122 (10.5%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 1,099 (93.6%) | 75 (6.4%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 730 (94.1%) | 46 (5.9%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 280 (87.0%) | 42 (13.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 233 (95.5%) | 11 (4.5%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 137 (89.5%) | 16 (10.5%) |
| 35 Years and over | 122 (70.5%) | 51 (29.5%) |
| Total | 3,727 (90.4%) | 396 (9.6%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Waseca County
Education (678 | 22.1%), business (567 | 18.5%), arts & humanities (302 | 9.8%), science & technology (281 | 9.1%), and psychology (262 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 3,070 individuals in Waseca County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 139 | 4.5% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 181 | 5.9% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 56 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 262 | 8.5% |
| Social Sciences | 191 | 6.2% |
| Engineering | 107 | 3.5% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 9 | 0.3% |
| Science & Technology | 281 | 9.1% |
| Business | 567 | 18.5% |
| Education | 678 | 22.1% |
| Literature & Languages | 42 | 1.4% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 143 | 4.7% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 73 | 2.4% |
| Communications | 39 | 1.3% |
| Arts & Humanities | 302 | 9.8% |
| Total | 3,070 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Waseca County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Waseca County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Waseca County are males with 2 vehicles (1,878, accounting for 38.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,940, making up 41.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 58 (1.2%) | 41 (0.9%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 655 (13.5%) | 574 (12.6%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,878 (38.7%) | 1,940 (42.6%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 1,064 (21.9%) | 999 (21.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 680 (14.0%) | 584 (12.8%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 521 (10.7%) | 418 (9.2%) |
| Total | 4,856 (100.0%) | 4,556 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Waseca County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Waseca County are 5 to 9 minutes (1,410 commuters, 16.0%), 20 to 24 minutes (1,383 commuters, 15.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (1,066 commuters, 12.1%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 763 | 8.6% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 1,410 | 16.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 1,066 | 12.1% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 1,037 | 11.7% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 1,383 | 15.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 750 | 8.5% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 954 | 10.8% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 260 | 2.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 341 | 3.9% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 391 | 4.4% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 288 | 3.3% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 188 | 2.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Waseca County
The most common commute times in Waseca County are 20 to 24 minutes (787 commuters, 17.2%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (677 commuters, 16.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 430 (9.4%) | 333 (7.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 733 (16.0%) | 677 (16.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 516 (11.3%) | 550 (13.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 366 (8.0%) | 671 (15.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 787 (17.2%) | 596 (14.1%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 398 (8.7%) | 352 (8.3%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 456 (9.9%) | 498 (11.7%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 184 (4.0%) | 76 (1.8%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 220 (4.8%) | 121 (2.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 290 (6.3%) | 101 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 124 (2.7%) | 164 (3.9%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 84 (1.8%) | 104 (2.5%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Waseca County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Waseca County are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (702, 15.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (999, 23.5%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 305 (6.7%) | 124 (2.9%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 415 (9.0%) | 274 (6.5%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 371 (8.1%) | 189 (4.4%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 400 (8.7%) | 239 (5.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 499 (10.9%) | 299 (7.0%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 702 (15.3%) | 999 (23.5%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 495 (10.8%) | 581 (13.7%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 257 (5.6%) | 268 (6.3%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 68 (1.5%) | 122 (2.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 224 (4.9%) | 131 (3.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 61 (1.3%) | 207 (4.9%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 13 (0.3%) | 93 (2.2%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 218 (4.8%) | 438 (10.3%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 560 (12.2%) | 279 (6.6%) |
| Total | 4,588 (100.0%) | 4,243 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Waseca County
Occupancy by Ownership in Waseca County
Of the total 7,493 dwellings in Waseca County, owner-occupied units account for 6,100 (81.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,393 (18.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 6,100 | 81.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,393 | 18.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Waseca County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 2,088 | 27.9% |
| 2-Person Household | 2,564 | 34.2% |
| 3-Person Household | 1,131 | 15.1% |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,710 | 22.8% |
| Total Housing Units | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Waseca County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 1,434 (68.7%) | 654 (31.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 2,333 (91.0%) | 231 (9.0%) |
| 3-Person Household | 881 (77.9%) | 250 (22.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 1,452 (84.9%) | 258 (15.1%) |
| Total Housing Units | 6,100 (81.4%) | 1,393 (18.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Waseca County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 302 (70.9%) | 124 (29.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,969 (75.6%) | 637 (24.4%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 2,264 (84.2%) | 426 (15.8%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,565 (88.4%) | 206 (11.6%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Waseca County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 1,386 | 18.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,355 | 18.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 1,170 | 15.6% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,381 | 18.4% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,273 | 17.0% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 638 | 8.5% |
| 85 Years and Over | 290 | 3.9% |
| Total | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Waseca County
Median Income by Occupancy in Waseca County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 6,100 (81.4%) | $83,699 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,393 (18.6%) | $34,024 |
| Average | 7,493 (100.0%) | $71,856 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Waseca County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 21 (0.3%) | 138 (9.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 61 (1.0%) | 30 (2.1%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 72 (1.2%) | 26 (1.9%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 189 (3.1%) | 244 (17.5%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 117 (1.9%) | 100 (7.2%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 384 (6.3%) | 187 (13.4%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 787 (12.9%) | 269 (19.3%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,092 (17.9%) | 211 (15.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 929 (15.2%) | 110 (7.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 1,338 (21.9%) | 61 (4.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 1,110 (18.2%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,393 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Waseca County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 81 (1.3%) | 61 (4.4%) |
| $300 to $499 | 738 (12.1%) | 130 (9.3%) |
| $500 to $799 | 1,331 (21.8%) | 406 (29.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 633 (10.4%) | 220 (15.8%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 1,565 (25.7%) | 252 (18.1%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 960 (15.7%) | 50 (3.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 487 (8.0%) | 109 (7.8%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 139 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 166 (2.7%) | 9 (0.6%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,393 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Waseca County
Housing Structures in Waseca County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 6,435 | 85.9% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 249 | 3.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 84 | 1.1% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 90 | 1.2% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 107 | 1.4% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 377 | 5.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 151 | 2.0% |
| Total | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Waseca County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 5,786 (89.9%) | 649 (10.1%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 186 (74.7%) | 63 (25.3%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 23 (27.4%) | 61 (72.6%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 90 (100.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 107 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 377 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 105 (69.5%) | 46 (30.5%) |
| Total | 6,100 (81.4%) | 1,393 (18.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Waseca County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 76 (5.5%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 110 (1.8%) | 217 (15.6%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 1,177 (19.3%) | 697 (50.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 2,362 (38.7%) | 254 (18.2%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 2,451 (40.2%) | 149 (10.7%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,393 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Waseca County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 3,803 (62.3%) | 641 (46.0%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,616 (26.5%) | 260 (18.7%) |
| Electricity | 411 (6.7%) | 444 (31.9%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 67 (1.1%) | 6 (0.4%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| All other Fuels | 195 (3.2%) | 41 (2.9%) |
| No Fuel Used | 8 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,393 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Waseca County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 62 (1.0%) | 187 (13.4%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 1,228 (20.1%) | 656 (47.1%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 2,607 (42.7%) | 406 (29.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 2,203 (36.1%) | 144 (10.3%) |
| Total | 6,100 (100.0%) | 1,393 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Waseca County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Waseca County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 2,307 | 3,793 |
| Median Property Value | $180,600 | $195,600 |
| Median Household Income | $64,267 | $801 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $587 | $158 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,309 | $23 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Waseca County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 65 (2.8%) | 45 (1.2%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 270 (11.7%) | 336 (8.9%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 1,553 (67.3%) | 2,564 (67.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 333 (14.4%) | 692 (18.2%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 54 (2.3%) | 97 (2.6%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 13 (0.6%) | 41 (1.1%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 19 (0.8%) | 18 (0.5%) |
| Total | 2,307 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Waseca County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 61 (2.6%) | 87 (2.3%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 336 (14.6%) | 21 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 176 (7.6%) | 42 (1.1%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 347 (15.0%) | 208 (5.5%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 377 (16.3%) | 440 (11.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 270 (11.7%) | 715 (18.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 431 (18.7%) | 659 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 309 (13.4%) | 907 (23.9%) |
| Total | 2,307 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Waseca County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 762 (33.0%) | 93,523 (2,465.7%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 428 (18.5%) | 1,753 (46.2%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 210 (9.1%) | 977 (25.8%) |
| 4.0x or more | 893 (38.7%) | 377 (9.9%) |
| Total | 2,307 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Waseca County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 250 (10.8%) | 1 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 303 (13.1%) | 131 (3.5%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 1,728 (74.9%) | 889 (23.4%) |
| Total | 2,307 (100.0%) | 3,793 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Waseca County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waseca County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 1,373 (98.8%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 3,140 (98.4%) | 51 (1.6%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 1,393 (91.3%) | 133 (8.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,704 (93.7%) | 114 (6.3%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 2,252 (95.6%) | 105 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 2,024 (94.1%) | 127 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 2,286 (94.1%) | 144 (5.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,973 (99.6%) | 8 (0.4%) |
| 75 Years and older | 1,302 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 17,447 (96.2%) | 699 (3.8%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Waseca County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 1,373 (98.8%) | 17 (1.2%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 3,140 (98.4%) | 51 (1.6%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 1,393 (91.3%) | 133 (8.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Waseca County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 1,377 (95.1%) | 71 (4.9%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 2,824 (93.4%) | 198 (6.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 2,783 (97.5%) | 71 (2.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 2,652 (97.7%) | 63 (2.3%) |
| $100,000 and over | 7,714 (96.3%) | 296 (3.7%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Waseca County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 614 (44.2%) | 959 (69.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,225 (38.4%) | 2,377 (74.5%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 439 (28.8%) | 1,036 (67.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 377 (20.7%) | 1,434 (78.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 426 (18.1%) | 1,911 (81.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 271 (12.6%) | 1,825 (84.8%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 485 (20.0%) | 1,937 (79.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,871 (94.5%) | 1,345 (67.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1,300 (99.9%) | 960 (73.7%) |
| Total | 7,008 (38.6%) | 13,784 (76.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Waseca County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 158 (9.6%) | 7 (0.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 151 (8.3%) | 82 (4.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 300 (8.7%) | 282 (8.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 220 (21.6%) | 280 (29.1%) |
| 75 Years and over | 308 (52.6%) | 339 (47.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Waseca County
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 45 (2.5%) | 6 (0.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 130 (3.8%) | 35 (1.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 87 (8.5%) | 35 (3.6%) |
| 75 Years and over | 130 (22.2%) | 126 (17.6%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 11 (2.1%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 1 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 5 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 22 (0.6%) | 20 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 37 (3.6%) | 67 (7.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 22 (3.7%) | 18 (2.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 138 (8.3%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 109 (6.0%) | 75 (4.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 151 (4.4%) | 131 (3.7%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 78 (7.6%) | 48 (5.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 45 (7.7%) | 53 (7.4%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 2 (0.1%) | 3 (0.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 13 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 99 (2.9%) | 143 (4.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 88 (8.6%) | 196 (20.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 184 (31.4%) | 265 (37.0%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 38 (2.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 17 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 37 (1.1%) | 22 (0.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (1.2%) | 23 (2.4%) |
| 75 Years and over | 79 (13.5%) | 82 (11.5%) |
Technology Access in Waseca County
Computing Device Access in Waseca County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 5,764 | 76.9% |
| Smartphone | 6,211 | 82.9% |
| Tablet | 4,688 | 62.6% |
| No Computing Device | 755 | 10.1% |
| Total | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Waseca County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 41 | 0.5% |
| Broadband Home | 4,800 | 64.1% |
| Cellular Data Only | 877 | 11.7% |
| Satellite Internet | 773 | 10.3% |
| No Internet | 1,052 | 14.0% |
| Total | 7,493 | 100.0% |
Waseca County Summary
Waseca County is located in the south-central region of Minnesota, and is part of the Mankato-North Mankato Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county was established in 1857 and is named after the Waseca River, which flows through the county. As of the 2010 census, the population was 19,136.
Geography
Waseca County is located in the south-central region of Minnesota, and is bordered by Steele County to the north, Freeborn County to the east, Blue Earth County to the south, and Martin County to the west. The county has a total area of 576 square miles, of which 573 square miles is land and 3.2 square miles is water. The county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the county. The highest point in the county is located in the northwest corner, at an elevation of 1,092 feet.
The Waseca River flows through the county, and is a tributary of the Blue Earth River. Other major waterways in the county include the Le Sueur River, the Straight River, and the Maple River. The county is home to several lakes, including Lake Elysian, Lake Waseca, and Lake Washington.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 19,136 people, 7,541 households, and 5,092 families residing in the county. The population density was 33.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the county was 95.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 2.3% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. 4.3% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
The median income for a household in the county was $50,845, and the median income for a family was $60,945. The per capita income for the county was $23,845. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.
Economy
The economy of Waseca County is largely based on agriculture, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the primary crops. The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including Waseca Tool and Die, Waseca Manufacturing, and Waseca Plastics. The county is also home to several retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Kmart.
The county is served by two airports, the Waseca Municipal Airport and the Waseca County Airport. The county is also served by several highways, including Interstate 35, U.S. Route 14, and Minnesota State Highway 60.
History
The area that is now Waseca County was first settled in 1854 by settlers from New York and Ohio. The county was officially established in 1857, and was named after the Waseca River, which flows through the county.
The county was largely agricultural in its early years, with corn, wheat, and oats being the primary crops. The county also had several sawmills and gristmills, which were used to process the grain.
In the late 19th century, the county began to industrialize, with several manufacturing companies being established in the area. The county also had several railroads, which were used to transport goods and people.
The county continued to grow in the 20th century, with several new businesses being established. The county also had several schools, which were used to educate the children of the county.
Today, Waseca County is a largely rural area, with agriculture and manufacturing being the primary industries. The county is also home to several retail stores, and is served by two airports.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Waseca County?
Total Population of Waseca County is 18,953.
What is the Total Male Population of Waseca County?
Total Male Population of Waseca County is 9,140.
What is the Total Female Population of Waseca County?
Total Female Population of Waseca County is 9,813.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Waseca County?
There are 93.14 Males per 100 Females in Waseca County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Waseca County?
There are 107.36 Females per 100 Males in Waseca County.
What is the Median Population Age in Waseca County?
Median Population Age in Waseca County is 40.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Waseca County
Average Family Size in Waseca County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Waseca County
Average Household Size in Waseca County is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Waseca County?
Per Capita income in Waseca County is $35,814.
What is the Median Family Income in Waseca County?
Median Family Income in Waseca County is $89,573.
What is the Median Household income in Waseca County?
Median Household Income in Waseca County is $71,856.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Waseca County?
Income or Wage Gap in Waseca County is 31.3%.
Women in Waseca County earn 68.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Waseca County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Waseca County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Waseca County?
There are 9,867 People in the Labor Forcein in Waseca County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Waseca County?
65.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Waseca County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Waseca County?
Unemployment Rate in Waseca County is 3.3%.