Watonwan County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,254, reflecting a 0.22% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Watonwan County is the 64th largest county in Minnesota. The 2010 population was 11,195 and has grown 0.53% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.8 years
Female: 41.8 years
Male: 38.8 years
There are 8,257 adults, (2,265 of whom are seniors) in Watonwan County.
Female: 5,516 (49.2%)
Male: 5,689 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Watonwan County includes 73.88% White, 14.36% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 8,278 | 73.88% |
| Other race | 1,609 | 14.36% |
| Two or more races | 1,160 | 10.35% |
| Native American | 118 | 1.05% |
| Asian | 36 | 0.32% |
| Black or African American | 4 | 0.04% |
Watonwan County 's average per capita income is $46,345. Household income levels show a median of $71,699. The poverty rate stands at 13.19%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $110,565 | - |
| Families | $95,037 | $107,386 |
| Households | $71,699 | $93,447 |
| Non Families | $32,829 | $56,509 |
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