Yellow Medicine County, MN
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Yellow Medicine County Overview
9,569
TOTAL POPULATION
4,849
MALE POPULATION
4,720
FEMALE POPULATION
102.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
97.34
FEMALES / 100 MALES
42.3
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$36,737
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,214
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$70,605
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
38.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
61.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,433
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.42
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,893
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
64.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Race in Yellow Medicine County
The most populous races in Yellow Medicine County are White / Caucasian (8,574 | 89.6%), Hispanic or Latino (491 | 5.1%), and Two or more Races (390 | 4.1%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 53 | 0.5% |
| Black / African American | 78 | 0.8% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 491 | 5.1% |
| Native / Alaskan | 280 | 2.9% |
| White / Caucasian | 8,574 | 89.6% |
| Two or more Races | 390 | 4.1% |
| Some other Race | 194 | 2.0% |
| Total | 9,569 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Yellow Medicine County
The most populous ancestries reported in Yellow Medicine County are German (3,738 | 39.1%), Norwegian (2,995 | 31.3%), Irish (568 | 5.9%), Swedish (413 | 4.3%), and English (396 | 4.1%), together accounting for 84.8% of all Yellow Medicine County residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| African | 1 | 0.0% |
| American | 158 | 1.7% |
| Arab | 4 | 0.0% |
| Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac | 2 | 0.0% |
| Austrian | 1 | 0.0% |
| Belgian | 258 | 2.7% |
| Bhutanese | 3 | 0.0% |
| British | 14 | 0.2% |
| Burmese | 55 | 0.6% |
| Central American | 87 | 0.9% |
| Chippewa | 28 | 0.3% |
| Czech | 124 | 1.3% |
| Czechoslovakian | 8 | 0.1% |
| Danish | 145 | 1.5% |
| Dutch | 166 | 1.7% |
| Eastern European | 1 | 0.0% |
| Egyptian | 2 | 0.0% |
| English | 396 | 4.1% |
| European | 32 | 0.3% |
| Finnish | 19 | 0.2% |
| French | 179 | 1.9% |
| French Canadian | 54 | 0.6% |
| German | 3,738 | 39.1% |
| Guatemalan | 18 | 0.2% |
| Honduran | 67 | 0.7% |
| Hungarian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Icelander | 14 | 0.2% |
| Indian (Asian) | 7 | 0.1% |
| Irish | 568 | 5.9% |
| Italian | 83 | 0.9% |
| Korean | 12 | 0.1% |
| Lebanese | 1 | 0.0% |
| Luxembourger | 13 | 0.1% |
| Macedonian | 2 | 0.0% |
| Malaysian | 3 | 0.0% |
| Mexican | 388 | 4.1% |
| Mexican American Indian | 5 | 0.1% |
| Nicaraguan | 2 | 0.0% |
| Northern European | 3 | 0.0% |
| Norwegian | 2,995 | 31.3% |
| Polish | 322 | 3.4% |
| Russian | 21 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 114 | 1.2% |
| Scotch-Irish | 36 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 33 | 0.3% |
| Shoshone | 2 | 0.0% |
| Sioux | 284 | 3.0% |
| Slovak | 2 | 0.0% |
| Somali | 23 | 0.2% |
| South African | 3 | 0.0% |
| South American | 14 | 0.2% |
| Subsaharan African | 27 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 413 | 4.3% |
| Swiss | 5 | 0.1% |
| Thai | 3 | 0.0% |
| Ukrainian | 4 | 0.0% |
| Venezuelan | 14 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 12 | 0.1% | View All 58 Rows |
Immigrants in Yellow Medicine County
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Yellow Medicine County came from Central America (160 | 1.7%), Latin America (160 | 1.7%), Mexico (99 | 1.0%), Honduras (54 | 0.6%), and Asia (51 | 0.5%), together accounting for 5.5% of all Yellow Medicine County residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 11 | 0.1% |
| Asia | 51 | 0.5% |
| Central America | 160 | 1.7% |
| China | 7 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Africa | 10 | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 48 | 0.5% |
| Eastern Europe | 5 | 0.1% |
| Europe | 8 | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | 7 | 0.1% |
| Honduras | 54 | 0.6% |
| Japan | 3 | 0.0% |
| Korea | 38 | 0.4% |
| Laos | 3 | 0.0% |
| Latin America | 160 | 1.7% |
| Mexico | 99 | 1.0% |
| Northern Africa | 1 | 0.0% |
| Northern Europe | 3 | 0.0% |
| Russia | 4 | 0.0% |
| Scotland | 3 | 0.0% |
| Somalia | 10 | 0.1% |
| South Eastern Asia | 3 | 0.0% | View All 21 Rows |
Sex and Age in Yellow Medicine County
Sex and Age in Yellow Medicine County
The most populous age groups in Yellow Medicine County are 60 to 64 Years (423 | 8.7%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (417 | 8.8%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 255 (5.3%) | 315 (6.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 283 (5.8%) | 329 (7.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 361 (7.4%) | 333 (7.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 304 (6.3%) | 245 (5.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 280 (5.8%) | 252 (5.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 305 (6.3%) | 235 (5.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 280 (5.8%) | 276 (5.9%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 295 (6.1%) | 235 (5.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 289 (6.0%) | 273 (5.8%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 242 (5.0%) | 222 (4.7%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 301 (6.2%) | 281 (5.9%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 293 (6.0%) | 286 (6.1%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 423 (8.7%) | 417 (8.8%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 343 (7.1%) | 275 (5.8%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 214 (4.4%) | 234 (5.0%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 149 (3.1%) | 212 (4.5%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 94 (1.9%) | 132 (2.8%) |
| 85 Years and over | 138 (2.9%) | 168 (3.6%) |
| Total | 4,849 (100.0%) | 4,720 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Yellow Medicine County
Median Family Size in Yellow Medicine County
The median family size in Yellow Medicine County is 2.87 persons per family, with single female/mother families (263 | 10.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.03 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (244 | 9.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.41 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,135 (80.8%) | 2.90 |
| Single Male/Father | 244 (9.2%) | 2.41 |
| Single Female/Mother | 263 (10.0%) | 3.03 |
| Total Families | 2,642 (100.0%) | 2.87 |
Median Household Size in Yellow Medicine County
The median household size in Yellow Medicine County is 2.34 persons per household, with single female/mother households (263 | 6.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.29 persons per household. non-family households (1,336 | 33.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 2,135 (53.7%) | 2.91 |
| Single Male/Father | 244 (6.1%) | 2.82 |
| Single Female/Mother | 263 (6.6%) | 3.29 |
| Non-family | 1,336 (33.6%) | 1.16 |
| Total Households | 3,978 (100.0%) | 2.34 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Yellow Medicine County
Out of a total of 3,978 households in Yellow Medicine County, 2,642 (66.4%) are family households, while 1,336 (33.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,369, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,147.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,147 (28.8%) |
| 2-Person Households | 1,369 (34.4%) | 177 (4.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 496 (12.5%) | 10 (0.3%) |
| 4-Person Households | 423 (10.6%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| 5-Person Households | 205 (5.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 114 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 35 (0.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,642 (66.4%) | 1,336 (33.6%) |
Female Fertility in Yellow Medicine County
Fertility by Age in Yellow Medicine County
Average fertility rate in Yellow Medicine County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 94.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 71.3% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (2.0%) | 8.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 72 (71.3%) | 94.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 27 (26.7%) | 36.0 |
| Total | 101 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Yellow Medicine County
87.1% of women with births (101) in Yellow Medicine County are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 16.7% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 15 to 19 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 60 (83.3%) | 12 (16.7%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 26 (96.3%) | 1 (3.7%) |
| Total | 88 (87.1%) | 13 (12.9%) |
Fertility by Education in Yellow Medicine County
Average fertility rate in Yellow Medicine County is 57.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the highest fertility rate of 132.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the lowest fertility at 4.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree represent 55.4% of all women with births.
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 4 (4.0%) | 16.0 |
| High School Diploma | 1 (1.0%) | 4.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 56 (55.4%) | 65.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34 (33.7%) | 132.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (5.9%) | 47.0 |
| Total | 101 (100.0%) | 57.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Yellow Medicine County
12.9% of women with births in Yellow Medicine County are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma 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 | 1 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 48 (85.7%) | 8 (14.3%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 33 (97.1%) | 1 (2.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 88 (87.1%) | 13 (12.9%) |
Income in Yellow Medicine County
Income Overview in Yellow Medicine County
Per Capita Income in Yellow Medicine County is $36,737, while median incomes of families and households are $86,214 and $70,605 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 9,569 | $36,737 |
| Median Family Income | 2,642 | $86,214 |
| Mean Family Income | 2,642 | $103,478 |
| Median Household Income | 3,978 | $70,605 |
| Mean Household Income | 3,978 | $87,454 |
| Income Deficit | 2,642 | $9,433 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 9,569 | 38.12% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 9,569 | 61.88¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 9,569 | 0.42 |
Earnings by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
Average Earnings in Yellow Medicine County are $39,152, $48,659 for men and $30,112 for women, a difference of 38.1%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 2,879 (54.8%) | $48,659 |
| Female | 2,377 (45.2%) | $30,112 |
| Total | 5,256 (100.0%) | $39,152 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Yellow Medicine County
The most common earnings brackets in Yellow Medicine County are $100,000+ for men (331 | 11.5%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (246 | 10.3%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 152 (5.3%) | 87 (3.7%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 145 (5.0%) | 129 (5.4%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 68 (2.4%) | 112 (4.7%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 44 (1.5%) | 95 (4.0%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 85 (2.9%) | 76 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 52 (1.8%) | 70 (2.9%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 38 (1.3%) | 110 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 40 (1.4%) | 53 (2.2%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 51 (1.8%) | 71 (3.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 66 (2.3%) | 136 (5.7%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 81 (2.8%) | 246 (10.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 122 (4.2%) | 178 (7.5%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 190 (6.6%) | 190 (8.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 153 (5.3%) | 167 (7.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 204 (7.1%) | 127 (5.3%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 151 (5.2%) | 89 (3.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 316 (11.0%) | 161 (6.8%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 267 (9.3%) | 88 (3.7%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 323 (11.2%) | 124 (5.2%) |
| $100,000+ | 331 (11.5%) | 68 (2.9%) |
| Total | 2,879 (100.0%) | 2,377 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Yellow Medicine County
Average earnings in Yellow Medicine County are $54,693 for men and $33,427 for women, a difference of 38.9%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $56,588, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $38,750. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,306, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $26,743.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | $38,750 | $28,221 |
| High School Diploma | $51,806 | $26,743 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $55,806 | $33,869 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $56,588 | $40,481 |
| Graduate Degree | $56,000 | $59,306 |
| Total | $54,693 | $33,427 |
Family Income in Yellow Medicine County
Family Income Brackets in Yellow Medicine County
According to the Yellow Medicine County family income data, there are 618 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 23.4% of all families. Conversely, the less than $10,000 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 26 families (1.0%) belonging to this category.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 26 | 1.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 45 | 1.7% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 114 | 4.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 145 | 5.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 222 | 8.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 476 | 18.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 552 | 20.9% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 618 | 23.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 232 | 8.8% |
| $200,000+ | 211 | 8.0% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Yellow Medicine County
4-person families (399 | 15.1%) account for the highest median family income in Yellow Medicine County with $99,063 per family, while 2-person families (1,439 | 54.5%) have the highest median income of $42,716 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 1,439 (54.5%) | $85,432 |
| 3-Person Families | 483 (18.3%) | $81,125 |
| 4-Person Families | 399 (15.1%) | $99,063 |
| 5-Person Families | 200 (7.6%) | $97,500 |
| 6-Person Families | 87 (3.3%) | $54,861 |
| 7+ Person Families | 34 (1.3%) | $97,857 |
| Total | 2,642 (100.0%) | $86,214 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Yellow Medicine County
The median family income in Yellow Medicine County is $86,214, with families comprising 3+ earners (319) having the highest median family income of $130,938, while families with no earners (368) have the lowest median family income of $48,333, accounting for 12.1% and 13.9% of families, respectively.
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 368 (13.9%) | $48,333 |
| 1 Earner | 769 (29.1%) | $58,403 |
| 2 Earners | 1,186 (44.9%) | $97,902 |
| 3+ Earners | 319 (12.1%) | $130,938 |
| Total | 2,642 (100.0%) | $86,214 |
Household Income in Yellow Medicine County
Household Income Brackets in Yellow Medicine County
With 756 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Yellow Medicine County, accounting for 19.0% of all households. In contrast, only 151 households (3.8%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 167 | 4.2% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 151 | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 271 | 6.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 310 | 7.8% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 453 | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 756 | 19.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 636 | 16.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 728 | 18.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 263 | 6.6% |
| $200,000+ | 243 | 6.1% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Yellow Medicine County
The median household income in Yellow Medicine County is $70,605, with the highest median household income of $83,841 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,441 households (36.2%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $50,350, with 1,213 households (30.5%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 161 (4.1%) | $58,015 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 1,163 (29.2%) | $79,243 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 1,441 (36.2%) | $83,841 |
| 65+ Years | 1,213 (30.5%) | $50,350 |
| Total | 3,978 (100.0%) | $70,605 |
Poverty in Yellow Medicine County
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Yellow Medicine County
With 9.8% poverty level for males and 10.2% for females among the residents of Yellow Medicine County, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 96 males (24.2%) and 8 females (17.8%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 27 (11.2%) | 22 (7.0%) |
| 5 Years | 7 (16.7%) | 4 (8.2%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 68 (18.6%) | 28 (7.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 9 (3.9%) | 19 (8.6%) |
| 15 Years | 1 (1.4%) | 8 (17.8%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 4 (3.6%) | 12 (10.3%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 96 (24.2%) | 30 (9.2%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 44 (7.5%) | 67 (13.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 33 (5.8%) | 42 (8.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 44 (8.1%) | 33 (6.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 72 (10.1%) | 81 (11.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 40 (7.3%) | 59 (11.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 23 (6.7%) | 68 (14.2%) |
| Total | 468 (9.8%) | 473 (10.2%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Yellow Medicine County
According to the poverty statistics in Yellow Medicine County, males aged 15 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 98.6% of males and 93.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 215 (88.8%) | 293 (93.0%) |
| 5 Years | 35 (83.3%) | 45 (91.8%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 298 (81.4%) | 329 (92.2%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 224 (96.1%) | 203 (91.4%) |
| 15 Years | 72 (98.6%) | 37 (82.2%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 106 (96.4%) | 105 (89.7%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 301 (75.8%) | 295 (90.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 541 (92.5%) | 444 (86.9%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 539 (94.2%) | 459 (91.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 498 (91.9%) | 470 (93.4%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 643 (89.9%) | 622 (88.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 504 (92.6%) | 447 (88.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 322 (93.3%) | 410 (85.8%) |
| Total | 4,298 (90.2%) | 4,159 (89.8%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Yellow Medicine County
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Yellow Medicine County show that 3.4% or 73 of the total 2,135 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 22.2%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 2.6%, which includes 35 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 1,293 (97.4%) | 35 (2.6%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 563 (96.7%) | 19 (3.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 192 (92.7%) | 15 (7.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 14 (77.8%) | 4 (22.2%) |
| Total | 2,062 (96.6%) | 73 (3.4%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Yellow Medicine County
According to the poverty data in Yellow Medicine County, 4.1% or 10 single-father households and 24.3% or 64 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 2 households (100.0%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (72.2%) falling below the poverty line.
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (2.2%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 8 (5.4%) | 36 (33.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 2 (100.0%) | 26 (72.2%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 10 (4.1%) | 64 (24.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Yellow Medicine County
The poverty data for Yellow Medicine County shows that 73 of the married-couple family households (3.4%) and 74 of the single-parent households (14.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (22.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 household (73.7%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 35 (2.6%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 19 (3.3%) | 44 (17.1%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 15 (7.2%) | 28 (73.7%) |
| 5 or more Children | 4 (22.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 73 (3.4%) | 74 (14.6%) |
Employment Characteristics in Yellow Medicine County
Employment by Class of Employer in Yellow Medicine County
Among the 4,644 employed individuals in Yellow Medicine County, private company employees (2,866 | 61.7%), self-employed (not incorporated) (502 | 10.8%), and not-for-profit organizations (487 | 10.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 2,866 | 61.7% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 237 | 5.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 502 | 10.8% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 487 | 10.5% |
| Local Government Employees | 327 | 7.0% |
| State Government Employees | 133 | 2.9% |
| Federal Government Employees | 73 | 1.6% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 19 | 0.4% |
| Total | 4,644 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Yellow Medicine County
According to the labor force statistics for Yellow Medicine County, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,575), 64.6% or 4,893 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.2% or 157 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 89.6% or 498 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 7.6% or 21 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 275 (63.8%) | 21 (7.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 440 (82.7%) | 8 (1.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 467 (86.5%) | 33 (7.1%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 498 (89.6%) | 5 (1.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 949 (86.9%) | 25 (2.6%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 920 (88.0%) | 34 (3.7%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 457 (78.9%) | 11 (2.4%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 536 (63.8%) | 10 (1.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 276 (25.9%) | 7 (2.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 78 (8.7%) | 4 (5.1%) |
| Total | 4,893 (64.6%) | 157 (3.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Yellow Medicine County
According to labor force statistics for Yellow Medicine County, 82.3% of individuals (3,829) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,653) are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 119 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 88.2% or 844 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with bachelor's degree or higher education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 4.6% or 39 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 206 (72.3%) | 13 (4.4%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,051 (79.0%) | 44 (3.3%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 1,726 (83.0%) | 42 (2.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 844 (88.2%) | 44 (4.6%) |
| Total | 3,829 (82.3%) | 144 (3.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Yellow Medicine County are Management (638 | 13.5%), Community & Social Service (400 | 8.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (286 | 6.0%), Education Instruction & Library (248 | 5.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (150 | 3.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Yellow Medicine County, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (86.7%), and Computers & Mathematics (79.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Technologists (85.9%), and Education Instruction & Library (80.2%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 466 (73.0%) | 172 (27.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 27 (27.3%) | 72 (72.7%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 130 (86.7%) | 20 (13.3%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 63 (79.7%) | 16 (20.3%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 53 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 14 (77.8%) | 4 (22.2%) |
| Community & Social Service | 100 (25.0%) | 300 (75.0%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 31 (28.2%) | 79 (71.8%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 49 (19.8%) | 199 (80.2%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 20 (50.0%) | 20 (50.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 70 (24.5%) | 216 (75.5%) |
| Health Technologists | 20 (14.1%) | 122 (85.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 793 (50.4%) | 780 (49.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Yellow Medicine County are Healthcare Support (246 | 5.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (214 | 4.5%), Personal Care & Service (150 | 3.2%), Cleaning & Maintenance (137 | 2.9%), and Security & Protection (50 | 1.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Yellow Medicine County, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (96.9%), Security & Protection (92.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (83.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (94.7%), Personal Care & Service (89.3%), and Food Preparation & Serving (87.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 13 (5.3%) | 233 (94.7%) |
| Security & Protection | 46 (92.0%) | 4 (8.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 15 (83.3%) | 3 (16.7%) |
| Law Enforcement | 31 (96.9%) | 1 (3.1%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 27 (12.6%) | 187 (87.4%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 74 (54.0%) | 63 (46.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 16 (10.7%) | 134 (89.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 176 (22.1%) | 621 (77.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Yellow Medicine County are Office & Administration (514 | 10.9%), and Sales & Related (406 | 8.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 223 (54.9%) | 183 (45.1%) |
| Office & Administration | 100 (19.5%) | 414 (80.5%) |
| Total (Category) | 323 (35.1%) | 597 (64.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Yellow Medicine County are Construction & Extraction (305 | 6.4%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (223 | 4.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (169 | 3.6%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 136 (80.5%) | 33 (19.5%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 302 (99.0%) | 3 (1.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 218 (97.8%) | 5 (2.2%) |
| Total (Category) | 656 (94.1%) | 41 (5.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Yellow Medicine County are Production (397 | 8.4%), Transportation (183 | 3.9%), and Material Moving (166 | 3.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 304 (76.6%) | 93 (23.4%) |
| Transportation | 181 (98.9%) | 2 (1.1%) |
| Material Moving | 139 (83.7%) | 27 (16.3%) |
| Total (Category) | 624 (83.7%) | 122 (16.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
Employment Industries in Yellow Medicine County
The major employment industries in Yellow Medicine County include Health Care & Social Assistance (881 | 18.6%), Retail Trade (571 | 12.1%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (567 | 12.0%), Manufacturing (552 | 11.7%), and Educational Services (351 | 7.4%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
The Yellow Medicine County industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (94.3%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (88.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (84.6%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 503 (88.7%) | 64 (11.3%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 2 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 329 (94.3%) | 20 (5.7%) |
| Manufacturing | 402 (72.8%) | 150 (27.2%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 134 (72.0%) | 52 (28.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 352 (61.7%) | 219 (38.4%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 149 (83.7%) | 29 (16.3%) |
| Utilities | 42 (70.0%) | 18 (30.0%) |
| Information | 26 (50.0%) | 26 (50.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 81 (33.9%) | 158 (66.1%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 19 (100.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 29 (29.6%) | 69 (70.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (100.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 32 (50.0%) | 32 (50.0%) |
| Educational Services | 82 (23.4%) | 269 (76.6%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 136 (15.4%) | 745 (84.6%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 42 (30.7%) | 95 (69.3%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 46 (34.3%) | 88 (65.7%) |
| Public Administration | 71 (64.0%) | 40 (36.0%) |
| Total | 2,572 (54.3%) | 2,161 (45.7%) |
Education in Yellow Medicine County
School Enrollment in Yellow Medicine County
The most common levels of schooling among the 2,112 students in Yellow Medicine County are middle school (603 | 28.5%), high school (456 | 21.6%), and elementary school (428 | 20.3%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 177 | 8.4% |
| Kindergarten | 122 | 5.8% |
| Elementary School | 428 | 20.3% |
| Middle School | 603 | 28.5% |
| High School | 456 | 21.6% |
| College / Undergraduate | 275 | 13.0% |
| Graduate / Professional | 51 | 2.4% |
| Total | 2,112 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Yellow Medicine County
Out of a total of 2,112 students who are enrolled in schools in Yellow Medicine County, 194 (9.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,918 (90.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 19 (14.2% 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 144 (96.6% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 113 (90.4%) | 12 (9.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 484 (86.9%) | 73 (13.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 627 (91.4%) | 59 (8.6%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 319 (96.4%) | 12 (3.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 115 (85.8%) | 19 (14.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 144 (96.6%) | 5 (3.4%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 54 (87.1%) | 8 (12.9%) |
| 35 Years and over | 61 (89.7%) | 7 (10.3%) |
| Total | 1,918 (90.8%) | 194 (9.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Yellow Medicine County
Education (298 | 21.4%), business (274 | 19.7%), science & technology (225 | 16.2%), arts & humanities (134 | 9.7%), and bio, nature & agricultural (125 | 9.0%) are the most common fields of study among 1,389 individuals in Yellow Medicine County who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 23 | 1.7% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 125 | 9.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 25 | 1.8% |
| Psychology | 38 | 2.7% |
| Social Sciences | 56 | 4.0% |
| Engineering | 39 | 2.8% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 1 | 0.1% |
| Science & Technology | 225 | 16.2% |
| Business | 274 | 19.7% |
| Education | 298 | 21.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 55 | 4.0% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 34 | 2.5% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 29 | 2.1% |
| Communications | 33 | 2.4% |
| Arts & Humanities | 134 | 9.7% |
| Total | 1,389 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Yellow Medicine County
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Yellow Medicine County are males with 2 vehicles (972, accounting for 38.3%) and females with 2 vehicles (757, making up 46.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 48 (1.9%) | 34 (1.6%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 256 (10.1%) | 224 (10.7%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 972 (38.3%) | 757 (36.2%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 669 (26.4%) | 633 (30.3%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 387 (15.3%) | 254 (12.2%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 204 (8.0%) | 187 (8.9%) |
| Total | 2,536 (100.0%) | 2,089 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Yellow Medicine County
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Yellow Medicine County are 5 to 9 minutes (685 commuters, 16.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (633 commuters, 14.9%), and 20 to 24 minutes (538 commuters, 12.7%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 510 | 12.0% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 685 | 16.2% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 462 | 10.9% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 633 | 14.9% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 538 | 12.7% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 231 | 5.4% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 513 | 12.1% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 131 | 3.1% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 145 | 3.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 238 | 5.6% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 80 | 1.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 71 | 1.7% |
Commute Time by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
The most common commute times in Yellow Medicine County are 5 to 9 minutes (380 commuters, 16.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (305 commuters, 16.0%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 339 (14.6%) | 171 (8.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 380 (16.3%) | 305 (16.0%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 228 (9.8%) | 234 (12.2%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 333 (14.3%) | 300 (15.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 284 (12.2%) | 254 (13.3%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 109 (4.7%) | 122 (6.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 273 (11.7%) | 240 (12.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 53 (2.3%) | 78 (4.1%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 70 (3.0%) | 75 (3.9%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 144 (6.2%) | 94 (4.9%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 70 (3.0%) | 10 (0.5%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 44 (1.9%) | 27 (1.4%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Yellow Medicine County
The most frequent times of departure to work in Yellow Medicine County are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (316, 13.6%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (432, 22.6%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 92 (4.0%) | 38 (2.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 107 (4.6%) | 78 (4.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 155 (6.7%) | 91 (4.8%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 293 (12.6%) | 164 (8.6%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 273 (11.7%) | 130 (6.8%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 302 (13.0%) | 432 (22.6%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 316 (13.6%) | 337 (17.6%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 279 (12.0%) | 208 (10.9%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 99 (4.3%) | 69 (3.6%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 40 (1.7%) | 88 (4.6%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 58 (2.5%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 4 (0.2%) | 27 (1.4%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 132 (5.7%) | 115 (6.0%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 177 (7.6%) | 106 (5.6%) |
| Total | 2,327 (100.0%) | 1,910 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Yellow Medicine County
Occupancy by Ownership in Yellow Medicine County
Of the total 3,978 dwellings in Yellow Medicine County, owner-occupied units account for 3,298 (82.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 680 (17.1%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 3,298 | 82.9% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 680 | 17.1% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Yellow Medicine County
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,147 | 28.8% |
| 2-Person Household | 1,546 | 38.9% |
| 3-Person Household | 506 | 12.7% |
| 4+ Person Household | 779 | 19.6% |
| Total Housing Units | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Yellow Medicine County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 815 (71.1%) | 332 (28.9%) |
| 2-Person Household | 1,367 (88.4%) | 179 (11.6%) |
| 3-Person Household | 463 (91.5%) | 43 (8.5%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 653 (83.8%) | 126 (16.2%) |
| Total Housing Units | 3,298 (82.9%) | 680 (17.1%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Yellow Medicine County
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 178 (75.7%) | 57 (24.3%) |
| High School Diploma | 1,111 (83.5%) | 220 (16.5%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 1,359 (82.9%) | 280 (17.1%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 650 (84.1%) | 123 (15.9%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Yellow Medicine County
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 738 | 18.5% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 586 | 14.7% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 606 | 15.2% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 835 | 21.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 617 | 15.5% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 403 | 10.1% |
| 85 Years and Over | 193 | 4.9% |
| Total | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Yellow Medicine County
Median Income by Occupancy in Yellow Medicine County
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 3,298 (82.9%) | $78,060 |
| Renter-Occupied | 680 (17.1%) | $37,130 |
| Average | 3,978 (100.0%) | $70,605 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Yellow Medicine County
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 36 (1.1%) | 61 (9.0%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 28 (0.9%) | 41 (6.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 101 (3.1%) | 51 (7.5%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 107 (3.2%) | 27 (4.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 84 (2.5%) | 53 (7.8%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 225 (6.8%) | 84 (12.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 386 (11.7%) | 67 (9.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 635 (19.3%) | 120 (17.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 569 (17.2%) | 68 (10.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 657 (19.9%) | 70 (10.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 470 (14.2%) | 38 (5.6%) |
| Total | 3,298 (100.0%) | 680 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Yellow Medicine County
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 225 (6.8%) | 26 (3.8%) |
| $300 to $499 | 538 (16.3%) | 121 (17.8%) |
| $500 to $799 | 801 (24.3%) | 225 (33.1%) |
| $800 to $999 | 342 (10.4%) | 139 (20.4%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 740 (22.4%) | 70 (10.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 397 (12.0%) | 4 (0.6%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 109 (3.3%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 57 (1.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 89 (2.7%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| Total | 3,298 (100.0%) | 680 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Yellow Medicine County
Housing Structures in Yellow Medicine County
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,596 | 90.4% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 52 | 1.3% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 34 | 0.9% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 28 | 0.7% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 51 | 1.3% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 157 | 4.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 60 | 1.5% |
| Total | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Yellow Medicine County
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 3,203 (89.1%) | 393 (10.9%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 34 (65.4%) | 18 (34.6%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (100.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 9 (32.1%) | 19 (67.9%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 51 (100.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 52 (86.7%) | 8 (13.3%) |
| Total | 3,298 (82.9%) | 680 (17.1%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Yellow Medicine County
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 24 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 34 (1.0%) | 165 (24.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 655 (19.9%) | 252 (37.1%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 1,038 (31.5%) | 176 (25.9%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 1,547 (46.9%) | 87 (12.8%) |
| Total | 3,298 (100.0%) | 680 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Yellow Medicine County
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,423 (43.1%) | 212 (31.2%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 1,017 (30.8%) | 147 (21.6%) |
| Electricity | 602 (18.2%) | 281 (41.3%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 110 (3.3%) | 9 (1.3%) |
| Coal or Coke | 4 (0.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 122 (3.7%) | 19 (2.8%) |
| No Fuel Used | 20 (0.6%) | 12 (1.8%) |
| Total | 3,298 (100.0%) | 680 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Yellow Medicine County
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 132 (4.0%) | 82 (12.1%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 590 (17.9%) | 272 (40.0%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 1,330 (40.3%) | 198 (29.1%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 1,246 (37.8%) | 128 (18.8%) |
| Total | 3,298 (100.0%) | 680 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Yellow Medicine County
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Yellow Medicine County
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 1,676 | 1,622 |
| Median Property Value | $129,800 | $155,400 |
| Median Household Income | $62,308 | $279 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $533 | $68 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $1,479 | $74 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Yellow Medicine County
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 271 (16.2%) | 94 (5.8%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 392 (23.4%) | 308 (19.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 780 (46.5%) | 1,010 (62.3%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 184 (11.0%) | 153 (9.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 18 (1.1%) | 47 (2.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 15 (0.9%) | 9 (0.5%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 16 (0.9%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| Total | 1,676 (100.0%) | 1,622 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Yellow Medicine County
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 56 (3.3%) | 39 (2.4%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 222 (13.3%) | 8 (0.5%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 162 (9.7%) | 70 (4.3%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 249 (14.9%) | 63 (3.9%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 300 (17.9%) | 137 (8.5%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 237 (14.1%) | 335 (20.6%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 259 (15.4%) | 332 (20.5%) |
| $150,000 or more | 191 (11.4%) | 398 (24.5%) |
| Total | 1,676 (100.0%) | 1,622 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Yellow Medicine County
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 861 (51.4%) | 87,692 (5,406.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 280 (16.7%) | 971 (59.9%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 170 (10.1%) | 280 (17.3%) |
| 4.0x or more | 359 (21.4%) | 130 (8.0%) |
| Total | 1,676 (100.0%) | 1,622 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Yellow Medicine County
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 358 (21.4%) | 2 (0.1%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 460 (27.5%) | 279 (17.2%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 791 (47.2%) | 509 (31.4%) |
| Total | 1,676 (100.0%) | 1,622 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Yellow Medicine County
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Yellow Medicine County
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 631 (95.5%) | 30 (4.5%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 1,625 (97.1%) | 49 (2.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 722 (96.3%) | 28 (3.7%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 881 (91.9%) | 78 (8.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 1,025 (95.6%) | 47 (4.4%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 962 (92.1%) | 83 (7.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 1,377 (97.1%) | 41 (2.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,036 (98.7%) | 14 (1.3%) |
| 75 Years and older | 823 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 9,082 (96.1%) | 370 (3.9%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Yellow Medicine County
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 631 (95.5%) | 30 (4.5%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 1,625 (97.1%) | 49 (2.9%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 722 (96.3%) | 28 (3.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Yellow Medicine County
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 851 (96.4%) | 32 (3.6%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 1,411 (94.3%) | 85 (5.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 1,733 (97.9%) | 37 (2.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 1,621 (94.2%) | 100 (5.8%) |
| $100,000 and over | 3,327 (96.6%) | 116 (3.4%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Yellow Medicine County
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 285 (43.1%) | 414 (62.6%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 665 (39.7%) | 1,087 (64.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 252 (33.6%) | 547 (72.9%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 294 (30.7%) | 637 (66.4%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 210 (19.6%) | 847 (79.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 132 (12.6%) | 852 (81.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 299 (21.1%) | 1,136 (80.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1,015 (96.7%) | 681 (64.9%) |
| 75 Years and over | 823 (100.0%) | 542 (65.9%) |
| Total | 3,975 (42.0%) | 6,743 (71.3%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Yellow Medicine County
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (6.9%) | 37 (4.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 93 (9.5%) | 45 (5.3%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 221 (12.1%) | 203 (11.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 121 (22.2%) | 102 (20.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 161 (46.7%) | 203 (42.5%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Yellow Medicine 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%) | 18 (2.2%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 103 (5.6%) | 36 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 64 (11.8%) | 32 (6.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 116 (33.6%) | 124 (25.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 2 (0.6%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 12 (1.5%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 7 (0.7%) | 3 (0.4%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 44 (2.4%) | 30 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 12 (2.2%) | 11 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 12 (3.5%) | 45 (9.4%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 57 (6.9%) | 28 (3.4%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 69 (7.1%) | 13 (1.5%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 97 (5.3%) | 57 (3.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 22 (4.0%) | 6 (1.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 29 (8.4%) | 36 (7.5%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 8 (1.0%) | 9 (1.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 9 (0.9%) | 14 (1.7%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 68 (3.7%) | 79 (4.6%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 46 (8.5%) | 37 (7.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 87 (25.2%) | 88 (18.4%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 4 (0.5%) | 1 (0.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 65 (6.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 30 (1.6%) | 35 (2.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 20 (3.7%) | 11 (2.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 35 (10.1%) | 34 (7.1%) |
Technology Access in Yellow Medicine County
Computing Device Access in Yellow Medicine County
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,935 | 73.8% |
| Smartphone | 3,271 | 82.2% |
| Tablet | 2,405 | 60.5% |
| No Computing Device | 379 | 9.5% |
| Total | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Yellow Medicine County
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 12 | 0.3% |
| Broadband Home | 2,423 | 60.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 432 | 10.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 520 | 13.1% |
| No Internet | 644 | 16.2% |
| Total | 3,978 | 100.0% |
Yellow Medicine County Summary
History
Yellow Medicine County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is part of the Upper Sioux Indian Reservation. The county was established in 1871 and was named after the Yellow Medicine River, which was named by the Dakota Sioux for the yellow-colored medicinal plants that grew along its banks. The county was originally inhabited by the Dakota Sioux, who were forcibly removed from the area in the late 1800s.
The first settlers in the area were mostly of Scandinavian descent, and they established small farming communities throughout the county. The county was primarily agricultural, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats. The county also had a thriving lumber industry, with several sawmills located in the area.
In the early 1900s, the county experienced a population boom as immigrants from Europe and other parts of the United States moved to the area. This influx of people led to the establishment of several small towns, including Granite Falls, Canby, and Clarkfield.
Geography
Yellow Medicine County is located in the southwestern corner of Minnesota, and is bordered by Chippewa County to the north, Lac qui Parle County to the east, Lincoln County to the south, and Big Stone County to the west. The county covers an area of 845 square miles, and is home to several small towns and villages, including Granite Falls, Canby, and Clarkfield.
The county is located in the Minnesota River Valley, and is home to several rivers and streams, including the Yellow Medicine River, the Minnesota River, and the Chippewa River. The county is also home to several lakes, including Lake Shetek, Lake Traverse, and Lake Hendricks.
The terrain of the county is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern and western parts of the county. The county is mostly covered in prairie grasslands, with some areas of deciduous forest.
Economy
The economy of Yellow Medicine County is primarily based on agriculture, with the main crops being wheat, corn, and oats. The county also has a thriving dairy industry, with several dairy farms located in the area.
The county is also home to several manufacturing companies, including a paper mill in Granite Falls, a furniture factory in Canby, and a plastics factory in Clarkfield.
The county is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Yellow Medicine State Park, the Shetek State Park, and the Chippewa National Forest.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, the population of Yellow Medicine County was 10,438. The population is mostly white (94.3%), with small percentages of Native American (2.2%), African American (1.2%), and Asian (0.7%) populations.
The median household income in the county is $45,845, and the median home value is $118,400. The unemployment rate in the county is 4.2%.
The largest cities in the county are Granite Falls (population 4,845), Canby (population 2,845), and Clarkfield (population 1,845).
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Yellow Medicine County?
Total Population of Yellow Medicine County is 9,569.
What is the Total Male Population of Yellow Medicine County?
Total Male Population of Yellow Medicine County is 4,849.
What is the Total Female Population of Yellow Medicine County?
Total Female Population of Yellow Medicine County is 4,720.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Yellow Medicine County?
There are 102.73 Males per 100 Females in Yellow Medicine County.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Yellow Medicine County?
There are 97.34 Females per 100 Males in Yellow Medicine County.
What is the Median Population Age in Yellow Medicine County?
Median Population Age in Yellow Medicine County is 42.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Yellow Medicine County
Average Family Size in Yellow Medicine County is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Yellow Medicine County
Average Household Size in Yellow Medicine County is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Yellow Medicine County?
Per Capita income in Yellow Medicine County is $36,737.
What is the Median Family Income in Yellow Medicine County?
Median Family Income in Yellow Medicine County is $86,214.
What is the Median Household income in Yellow Medicine County?
Median Household Income in Yellow Medicine County is $70,605.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Yellow Medicine County?
Income or Wage Gap in Yellow Medicine County is 38.1%.
Women in Yellow Medicine County earn 61.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Yellow Medicine County?
Family Income Deficit in Yellow Medicine County is $9,433.
Families that are below poverty line in Yellow Medicine County earn $9,433 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Yellow Medicine County?
Inequality or Gini Index in Yellow Medicine County is 0.42.
How Large is the Labor Force in Yellow Medicine County?
There are 4,893 People in the Labor Forcein in Yellow Medicine County.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Yellow Medicine County?
64.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Yellow Medicine County.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Yellow Medicine County?
Unemployment Rate in Yellow Medicine County is 3.2%.