Pipestone County, MN

Guide to Pipestone County and Cities

Welcome to the community page for Pipestone County in Minnesota with demographic details and statistics about the area as well as an interactive Pipestone County map. The county has a population of 9,380, a median home value of $126,500, and a median household income of $68,341. Below, the statistics for Pipestone County provide a snapshot of key economic and lifestyle factors relevant to both residents and newcomers.

Map of Pipestone County

Below is the Pipestone County, MN county map created with GIS software, with cities and neighborhoods.

 

Population & Demographics

The total population for Pipestone County is 9,380, with 49% males and 51% females. Below is a detailed breakdown of the population trends and demographics for the area.

Population by RaceTotal
White Population8,282
Black or African American Population240
American Indian and Alaska Native93
Asian Population80
Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander36
Other Race Population67
Two or More Races582

Household Information

In Pipestone County, the median gross rent is $677 per month and the median home value is $126,500. Out of the total number of households in the city, 80% are owner-occupied, while 21% are rentals. Of those who own their homes, 50% have a mortgage, with the remaining 50% owning their homes outright. Below is a detailed snapshot of homeownership and rental patterns in the community.”

Ownership StatisticsNumber
Owner-Occupied3,153
Renter-Occupied812
Mortgage StatusNumber
Homes with Mortgage1,590
Homes without Mortgage1,563

Employment & Occupation

In Pipestone County, the unemployment rate currently stands at 2.9%. For residents in the workforce, on average they spend 17.1 minutes commuting to work. Of those employed, 77% work for private companies, while 13% hold government jobs. Additionally, 10% are self-employed, contributing to the area’s entrepreneurial spirit. Below, you’ll find more details about employment trends and occupations in Pipestone County.

OccupationNumber
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining403
Construction437
Manufacturing562
Wholesale Trade158
Retail Trade372
Transportation and Warehousing, and Utilities258
Information51
Finance and Insurance, and Real Estate and Rental and Leasing148
Professional, Scientific, and Management, and Administrative and Waste Management Services248
Educational Services, and Health Care and Social Assistance1,148
Arts, entertainment, and recreation, and accommodation and food services365
Other Services, except Public Administration239
Public Administration114

Education

In Pipestone County, education levels show that 36.7% of residents have completed high school, 14.1% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 6.4% have achieved a graduate or professional degree. Of the population aged 25 and over, 20.5% are college graduates, reflecting the county’s academic achievements. Below is a detailed breakdown of educational levels within Pipestone County, MN.

Education Level Number
9th to 12th Grade 289
High School Graduate 2,291
Some College 1,420
Associate’s Degree 795
Bachelor’s Degree 882
Graduate or Professional Degree 399
School Enrollment Number
Enrolled in Preschool 255
Enrolled in Elementary School 1,068
Enrolled in High School 593
Enrolled in College 201

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