The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Houston county is rated a 3. The average temperature during the month of June is 72.8℉ and the average temperature in January is 16.1℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 62% and the area covered by water is 1.85%. The overall influence score for Houston is 2.
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Houston County is located in southeastern Minnesota, and has a total population of 19,867 people. According to the most recent census, 95% of residents are white, 2.3% are Hispanic or Latino, 0.5% are Asian, 0.4% are Black or African American, and 1.8% identify as two or more races. Additionally, 13.4% of the population is under 18 years old, and 11.1% is over 65 years old.
Houston County is mainly rural, with only a few small towns and cities providing services to the county. The median household income is $47,077, which is lower than the national median household income of $61,937. The unemployment rate is 4%, which is significantly lower than the national unemployment rate of 6%. Around 22% of people in Houston County live below the poverty line.
The area has seen a growth in recent years due to new businesses opening up in the region. The county also has a strong agricultural sector, with dairy and beef operations being the main industries in the area. Overall, Houston County offers a safe and comfortable environment for its residents to live and work.
USDA Rural Development State Office:Featured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Minnesota
375 Jackson Street | Suite 410
St. Paul, MN 55101
(651) 602-7800